Records of divorce in Osceola County, Florida, are available through several channels. OsceolaCourt.us allows you to quickly find public information about divorces in this county. Additionally, records can be obtained directly from the court that issued the decision, at the office of the Clerk of the Circuit Court, or through the Florida Department of Health, which maintains vital records at the state level. Online tools, phone inquiries, and in-person visits all work depending on the type of document you need.
Osceola Divorce Records Search
In Florida, divorce cases are handled by the Circuit Court. In Osceola County, this function belongs to the Circuit Court in Kissimmee, and court materials are stored by the Clerk's office — Kelvin Soto, Esq., Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller.
The collection of divorce records includes:
- Final Judgment of Dissolution of Marriage
- Property settlement and alimony agreements
- Child custody decisions
- Petitions, responses, and related procedural documents
Divorce certificates as statistical documents are separately maintained by the Florida Department of Health. This is not the same as a court decision: the certificate only confirms the fact of divorce, without details of property settlement.
Osceola County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Osceola
When a judge signs the final divorce judgment, the Clerk of the Circuit Court registers it in the case and keeps the original. Therefore, for a complete copy of the court decision — with the text of the agreement, custody terms, and debt distribution — you need to contact the Clerk.
The State Department of Health receives statistical reporting from the court and issues divorce certificates. If you only need simple confirmation of the divorce, contact them.
What and Where to Search
- Complete court decision, agreements, custody orders — Clerk of the Circuit Court's office. You can submit a public record request online or in person, and also use the official records search.
- Divorce certificate — Vital Statistics Department of Health in Osceola County or the central state office.
Osceola County Clerk of the Circuit Court
Florida Department of Health — Vital Statistics (Osceola)
Note: Some divorce cases involving minor children or containing confidential financial information may have restricted access. Check with the Clerk before submitting a request.
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Osceola
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Court record search | Free online via Clerk's portal | Immediate (online) |
| Copy of court document (per page) | $1.00 per page | 1–3 business days |
| Certified copy of court decision | $2.00 per page (with court seal) | 3–5 business days |
| Divorce certificate — Dept. of Health | $5.00 for search + $1.00 for each additional copy | 2–4 weeks by mail |