Bend Divorce Decree Records
Bend divorce decree records are held at the Deschutes County Circuit Court. Bend is the largest city in Central Oregon and the county seat of Deschutes County. The court sits at 1100 NW Bond Street in Bend. The City of Bend does not maintain divorce records. All dissolution of marriage cases for Bend residents go through the Deschutes County Circuit Court. The county clerk at the same complex handles property and marriage records but does not handle divorce files.
Bend Quick Facts
Deschutes County Court in Bend
The Deschutes County Circuit Court handles all divorce decree cases for Bend. Since Bend is the county seat, the courthouse is right in town. You do not need to travel to another city.
| Court | Deschutes County Circuit Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 1100 NW Bond Street Bend, OR 97703 |
| Phone | (541) 388-5300 |
| DES.transcriptcoordinator@ojd.state.or.us | |
| File Viewing | Window #4, first floor |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Go to Window #4 on the first floor to view case files. Staff there can pull your file and make copies. For mail requests, send to Attn: File Room Department at the court address. Make checks payable to "State of Oregon" with a maximum of $30 per check.
How to Search a Bend Divorce Decree
You can search for a divorce decree in Bend online or at the courthouse. The Oregon Judicial Case Information Network covers all Deschutes County cases. Search by party name or case number. The system shows filing dates, case status, and judgment dates.
For copies of the actual divorce decree, contact the court clerk at (541) 388-5300. In-person requests at Window #4 are the fastest option. You can also email DES.transcriptcoordinator@ojd.state.or.us for certain records.
The Deschutes County Circuit Court records page has full details on requesting files.
Visit the Deschutes County Circuit Court records page for current instructions.
Bend Divorce Decree Fees
Fees at the Deschutes County Circuit Court follow the state schedule. Paper copies and certified copies have set rates.
- Paper copy: $3.00 per case plus $0.25 per page
- Certified copy of divorce decree: $5.00
- Petition for dissolution filing: $287.00
- Response filing: $256.00
Make all payments to "State of Oregon." The maximum per check is $30, so larger amounts may need more than one check. Call (541) 388-5300 to confirm current fees before you visit. Low-income filers can apply for a fee waiver or deferral.
Bend County Clerk and Divorce
The Deschutes County Clerk sits in the same complex as the circuit court. However, the clerk handles property records and marriage licenses. The clerk does not handle divorce decree records. This is a common point of confusion.
The county clerk's phone is (541) 388-6549. If you call that number for a divorce decree, they will refer you to the circuit court. Only the circuit court keeps dissolution files in Bend. Visit the Deschutes County Clerk page for details on what the clerk does handle.
The Deschutes County court records portal also provides search tools for Bend dissolution cases.
The Deschutes County court records page has more options for finding a divorce decree filed in Bend.
Filing for Dissolution in Bend
Bend residents file for dissolution at the Deschutes County Circuit Court. The filing fee is $287. At least one spouse must have lived in Oregon for six months under ORS 107. Oregon uses "irreconcilable differences" as the sole ground for dissolution.
After filing, you serve your spouse with the papers. A 90-day wait follows. The court cannot sign the final judgment before the wait ends. Once the judge signs, the divorce decree is final. It becomes a public record at the Deschutes County Circuit Court in Bend.
Bend has grown fast in recent years. The court sees a steady number of dissolution filings each year. Staff at the courthouse can answer questions about the process and help you file your papers. The self-help center at the courthouse has forms and guides for people who file without a lawyer.
Vital Records for Bend Residents
A divorce certificate from the Oregon Health Authority differs from a divorce decree. The certificate is a short form that confirms the dissolution took place. The full divorce decree from the court has all terms and conditions.
Order certificates through Oregon Vital Records. The first copy costs $25. Under ORS 432.350, vital records are restricted to eligible parties for 50 years. After that, they become public. For the full divorce decree, contact the Deschutes County Circuit Court at (541) 388-5300.
The Deschutes County Clerk records additional documents related to dissolution cases, such as property transfers.
Property transfers tied to a Bend divorce decree may be on file with the county clerk. The divorce decree itself stays at the circuit court.
Deschutes County Divorce Decree
Bend is the county seat of Deschutes County. The court serves Bend, Redmond, Sisters, La Pine, and all other cities in the county. For more on the county court system, full fee details, and related records, visit the Deschutes County page.