Tulsa County Divorce Decree Records
Tulsa County divorce decree records are held by the Court Clerk's office at 500 S Denver Ave., 2nd Floor, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Court Clerk maintains all divorce filings, final decrees, and dissolution documents for cases filed in the 14th Judicial District, covering one of the largest court systems in the state. This page explains how to search, request, and obtain Tulsa County divorce decree records whether you need a plain copy or a certified document.
Tulsa County Divorce Decree Overview
Tulsa County Court Clerk Office
The Tulsa County Court Clerk, Don Newberry, oversees the official record-keeping for the district court. His office at 500 S Denver Ave., 2nd Floor, Tulsa, OK 74103 handles all requests for divorce decree copies, certified documents, and case file access. The main line is (918) 596-5000. For divorce records specifically, call (918) 596-5454. Marriage license inquiries go to (918) 596-5478. You can also reach the office by email at tulsa.courtclerk@oscn.net for general questions about record requests.
Tulsa County also maintains a satellite office in Broken Arrow at 123 N. Main Street, reachable at (918) 596-8991. That office is open Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., which is helpful for residents in the eastern part of the county who do not want to drive into downtown Tulsa. The satellite handles many of the same record request functions as the main courthouse, though certified copies and complex searches are often best handled at the main office.
Records and Archives are managed separately at 2929B East Apache in Tulsa. Robert Ramsey oversees that division and can be reached at (918) 669-8294. Older case files and archived divorce records may need to be requested through that office rather than the main clerk's window. County Clerk Michael Willis handles county-level records at (918) 596-5801, but divorce decrees specifically come from the Court Clerk, not the County Clerk.
Tulsa County is the second largest county in Oklahoma by population. The Family Court division handles divorce, custody, and dissolution cases separately from the general civil docket, which means cases are often processed by judges and staff with specific family law experience. This structure can make navigation slightly different from smaller counties where one judge handles everything.
| Court Clerk | Don Newberry |
|---|---|
| Main Address | 500 S Denver Ave., 2nd Floor, Tulsa, OK 74103 |
| Main Phone | (918) 596-5000 |
| Divorce Records Line | (918) 596-5454 |
| tulsa.courtclerk@oscn.net | |
| Broken Arrow Satellite | 123 N. Main Street, (918) 596-8991 |
| Hours (Main) | Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Hours (Satellite) | Mon-Fri 8-5, Sat 9-1 |
| Judicial District | 14th District |
| Online Search | OSCN Docket Search |
| Court Clerk Website | courtclerk.tulsacounty.org |
| Public Records Portal | tulsacountycourt.org/public-records |
The Court Clerk's staff can help you locate a case and pull copies, but they cannot provide legal advice or help you interpret the terms of a divorce decree.
The Tulsa County Court Clerk website is the starting point for in-person and mail requests for divorce decree copies in Tulsa County.
The site above lists office hours, contact information, and guidance on how to request certified or plain copies of divorce decree documents from the 14th District.
Search Tulsa County Divorce Decree Records Online
The Oklahoma State Courts Network is the primary tool for searching Tulsa County divorce decree records at no cost. OSCN covers all 77 Oklahoma counties and lets you filter by county. Select Tulsa County, enter the name of one or both parties, and choose the FD case type to narrow results to divorce and dissolution filings. The system shows docket entries, hearing dates, case status, and party names. It does not display the full text of the decree, but it gives you the case number you need to request the actual document from the Court Clerk.
The Tulsa County public records portal provides an additional search option that some users find easier to navigate than OSCN. It is especially useful for people searching by a single party name when they are not sure of the exact spelling. Cross-referencing both systems can help confirm you have the right case before making a formal record request.
The Tulsa County Family Court page has information specific to how divorce cases move through the 14th Judicial District. Since Tulsa County maintains a dedicated Family Court division, the procedures differ slightly from general civil matters. Reading through the Family Court section can help you understand what documents were likely filed in a case and what to expect when requesting a copy of a final decree.
For older cases that may not appear on OSCN, contact the Records and Archives division at 2929B East Apache, (918) 669-8294. Pre-digital records are held there and require a separate request process. Staff can tell you whether the case you are looking for has been digitized or must be retrieved from physical storage.
The Tulsa County public records portal provides an alternative search interface for locating divorce decree cases by party name or case number.
Using both the public records portal and OSCN together gives you the best chance of finding a Tulsa County divorce decree case, especially for records filed in different time periods.
Tulsa County Divorce Record Copy Fees
The Tulsa County Court Clerk charges $15 for a records search when you do not have a case number. Certified copies cost $10 per document. Plain copies are $1 per page. If you need both a search and a certified copy, budget at least $25 to $30 for a typical request. These amounts are set by state statute and apply across the 14th District.
Mail requests are accepted. Send a check or money order made out to the Tulsa County Court Clerk, along with a written request that includes the names of both parties, the approximate year of the divorce, and a self-addressed stamped envelope. Processing time for mail requests varies. In-person pickup is faster. For certified copies needed for legal proceedings, name changes, or other official use, confirm the exact amount before sending payment since fees can change.
Oklahoma Divorce Decree Laws in Tulsa County
Tulsa County divorce cases follow Title 43 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which governs marriage and divorce statewide. Title 43 sets out residency requirements, grounds for divorce, property division rules, and how custody and child support are determined. To file in Tulsa County, at least one spouse must have lived in Oklahoma for six months and in Tulsa County for at least 30 days before filing. The same state law applies whether you file in Tulsa, Claremore, or Cordell.
Most divorce cases filed in Tulsa County use the incompatibility ground, which is a no-fault option that requires no proof of wrongdoing by either party. Title 43 Section 101 also lists fault-based grounds including abandonment, adultery, extreme cruelty, habitual drunkenness, and felony conviction. Fault grounds are used less often today, though they can affect the outcome in contested cases involving significant assets or custody disputes.
Oklahoma is an equitable distribution state, not a community property state. Under Title 43, the court divides marital property fairly but not always equally. What that means in practice depends on the facts of each case, including the length of the marriage, each spouse's contributions, and whether there are minor children involved. The final divorce decree will spell out exactly how assets and debts were divided.
The Oklahoma Historical Society maintains historical records that include early Tulsa County court filings from before full statehood records were digitized. For genealogical research involving Tulsa County divorce records from the early 1900s, the Historical Society can be a useful supplement to OSCN and the court clerk's archives.
The Tulsa County District Court page on OSCN provides direct access to case dockets, divorce filings, and court documents for the 14th Judicial District.
The OSCN court page shown above is the official state court network entry point for all Tulsa County divorce decree cases, covering filings from statehood to the present day.
Legal Aid and Attorney Resources in Tulsa County
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma serves Tulsa County residents who qualify based on income. They handle family law matters including divorce, custody, and related proceedings. Their Tulsa office is one of the more active offices in the state given the county's population. If you cannot afford a private attorney, Legal Aid is the place to start.
The Oklahoma Bar Association offers a lawyer referral service that can connect you with a licensed family law attorney in Tulsa. The OBA also publishes plain-language guides on Oklahoma divorce law, what a final decree contains, and what steps come after the court signs the order. These guides are free and available on the OBA website.
The Oklahoma State Department of Health can issue a verification letter confirming that a divorce was recorded in Oklahoma, for divorces after 1968. This is not the same as a copy of the decree. If you just need to prove a divorce happened and do not need the full document, the OSDH verification costs less than a certified court copy. For the actual decree, only the Tulsa County Court Clerk can provide it.
Cities in Tulsa County with Divorce Decree Records
Divorce decrees for all cities in Tulsa County are filed with the Court Clerk at the main courthouse or the Broken Arrow satellite. The following qualifying cities in Tulsa County each have dedicated pages with local courthouse and record request information.
Nearby County Divorce Decree Records
If a divorce was filed in a county bordering Tulsa County, the Court Clerk for that county holds the records. Each nearby county has its own OSCN page and courthouse contact information.