Clearfield Dissolution Of Marriage Public Records
Clearfield dissolution of marriage records are filed and stored at the Second District Court for Davis County in Farmington. Clearfield is located in the southern part of Davis County, near Hill Air Force Base, and is part of the Second Judicial District. The Clearfield City Court does not handle dissolution matters. All such cases go to the district court. Whether you are filing a new case, looking up an old decree, or requesting certified copies, the Second District Court in Farmington is the place to start for any Clearfield dissolution of marriage matter.
Clearfield Quick Facts
Clearfield Dissolution Filing: Second District Court
Clearfield City Court has no jurisdiction over dissolution of marriage. It handles misdemeanor offenses and traffic violations only. Every Clearfield resident must go to the Second District Court in Farmington to file or access dissolution of marriage records.
| Court | Second District Court - Davis County |
|---|---|
| Address | 800 West State Street Farmington, UT 84025 |
| Phone | (801) 447-3800 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
Clearfield is roughly 10 miles north of Farmington along I-15. The trip typically takes 10 to 15 minutes without heavy traffic. On-site parking is available at the courthouse. All visitors must pass through security. Bring a valid photo ID and any case details you have, such as the filing year or party names, when visiting for records or to file new documents.
The Davis County Clerk/Auditor is at 61 South Main Street, Room 101, Farmington, phone (801) 451-3213. This office handles marriage license records and other county administrative documents. It is distinct from the Second District Court clerk but located nearby and may be useful if you need marriage records to support a dissolution case.
How to Search Clearfield Dissolution Records
The Utah Courts case portal is accessible to all residents without charge for basic case searches. Enter the full name of either party or a case number to find dissolution cases filed in Davis County. The portal returns filing dates, case status, and party names. It does not provide full document images. Use the portal to get the case number, then bring that number to the courthouse to request copies.
The Davis County government maintains the Second District Court where all Davis County dissolution of marriage case files are stored and made available to the public.
All Clearfield dissolution of marriage case files are stored at the Second District Court in Farmington, which serves the entire Davis County area including Clearfield residents.
In-person record requests are handled at the clerk's window. The fee is $0.50 per page plus $4 per document for plain copies. Certified copies cost more. The clerk can print a current fee schedule before you order. Mail requests are also accepted but take additional processing time. Call (801) 447-3800 to confirm procedures and current costs before mailing anything.
Note: Older Clearfield dissolution records may be held by the Utah State Archives at archives.utah.gov, phone (801) 531-3800, if they were transferred from the Second District Court.
Clearfield and Davis County Vital Records
The source for the image below is the Davis County Health Department Vital Records page.
The Davis County Health Department provides local vital records services that complement the court-based dissolution of marriage records system available to Clearfield residents.
A dissolution decree is the full court order. It lists all terms of the dissolution including any property division, support obligations, and custody terms if minor children are involved. A divorce certificate from the state is much shorter. It only confirms that a dissolution occurred, along with the names and date. Both documents have uses, but they serve different purposes.
The Utah Office of Vital Records issues state-level divorce certificates. Contact them at vitalrecords.utah.gov, 288 North 1460 West, Salt Lake City, phone (801) 538-6105. The fee is $18 for the first certificate and $10 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. For the full decree, you must go to the Second District Court in Farmington. Most agencies that require proof of a dissolved marriage want the full decree rather than the short-form certificate.
Utah Law Governing Clearfield Dissolution Cases
Utah Code § 30-3-1 sets the rules for every dissolution of marriage case in Utah, including those filed by Clearfield residents. The statute covers both the residency requirement and the grounds for filing. Both must be satisfied before the clerk will accept a petition.
Residency is a firm requirement. At least one spouse must have lived in Utah and in Davis County for at least three full months before filing. If you moved to Clearfield recently, the three-month clock began on your first day of actual residence in Davis County. Intent or plans to remain are not enough. Physical residence in the county for three complete months is what the law requires.
Grounds for dissolution under Utah law include irreconcilable differences, adultery, willful desertion for at least one year, willful neglect, habitual drunkenness, conviction of a felony, cruel treatment resulting in bodily injury or great mental distress, and incurable insanity. The vast majority of Clearfield cases proceed on irreconcilable differences. This no-fault ground is the simplest approach and does not require either party to prove wrongdoing.
After filing, a mandatory waiting period applies under § 30-3-18. It is 30 days for cases with no minor children. It is 90 days when minor children are part of the case. The judge cannot sign the final decree until the waiting period expires. Marital property is divided through equitable distribution under § 30-3-5. Equitable does not mean equal. The court weighs the facts and divides assets in the way it finds fair under all circumstances.
GRAMA Access to Clearfield Court Records
Dissolution decrees filed in Davis County are public records. GRAMA, Utah Code § 63G-2 gives any person the right to inspect and copy public court records at the Second District Court. You do not need to prove a personal interest to access most dissolution files. GRAMA also establishes a process for appealing any denial of a records request.
Most documents in a dissolution case file are open. Some records may be restricted by court order, including certain documents involving minor children and sealed financial affidavits. The clerk at the Second District Court can tell you which portions of a specific file are open and which are restricted before you request copies.
Dissolution Filing Steps for Clearfield Residents
The filing process in Clearfield follows Utah's standard dissolution procedure. It starts before you go to the courthouse.
First, confirm that you meet the residency requirement. Three months in Davis County is mandatory. Then download and complete all required forms from utcourts.gov. The Utah Courts self-help page provides every form needed for a Davis County dissolution case. Forms are free. Complete them fully before going to Farmington. Incomplete petitions are not accepted.
Bring the completed forms and the filing fee of approximately $325 to the clerk's window. After the clerk files the petition, you must serve your spouse with the petition and summons. Use a licensed process server, the county sheriff, or another Utah-approved service method. File proof of service with the clerk when complete. The mandatory waiting period begins on the filing date, not the service date. When the waiting period passes, a signed settlement agreement can be submitted. The judge reviews and enters the final decree. The signed decree becomes the public record of the Clearfield dissolution.
Note: If children are part of your case, additional forms are required including a parenting plan and child support worksheets. The self-help site at utcourts.gov provides these forms at no charge.
Legal Help for Clearfield Dissolution Cases
Utah Legal Services at utahlegalservices.org provides free legal help to qualifying low-income residents in Davis County, including Clearfield. They can assist with forms, explain your rights, and in some cases provide representation. Income limits apply. Contact them before your case becomes complex, as their capacity is limited.
The Utah State Bar lawyer referral service at (801) 531-9077 connects Clearfield residents with family law attorneys serving Davis County. A reduced-rate first consultation is often available. If your case is contested or involves significant assets or children, speaking with an attorney before filing can save time and money later. The Utah Courts self-help site at utcourts.gov serves those who prefer to handle their case on their own, with forms and instructions available at no cost.
Davis County Dissolution Of Marriage Records
Clearfield is in Davis County. All dissolution of marriage cases go to the Davis County District Court. For full county resources and records, visit the county page.
Nearby Utah Cities
These cities near Clearfield also use the Davis County Second District Court for dissolution of marriage filings and records.