Divorce records in Branch County, Michigan, can be accessed through several channels, including online search tools, the court that issued the decree, the county clerk, and the state vital records office. BranchCourt.us can help you find publicly available divorce record information for Branch County. You can also contact the Branch County Circuit Court clerk's office directly, the Branch County Clerk, or the Michigan Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics depending on the type of document you need.
Branch County Divorce Records Search
Divorce records in Branch County are maintained by two primary offices: the Branch County Circuit Court and the Michigan Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics. The Circuit Court clerk's office keeps the complete case files, including divorce decrees, settlement agreements, custody orders, property division orders, and all related filings. The state vital records office maintains divorce certificates — shorter documents that confirm a divorce occurred without including the full case details.
You can search for Branch County divorce case information online through the MiCOURT Case Search portal. Keep in mind that online results are for informational purposes only and do not replace the official record on file with the court. For certified copies or complete case documents, contact the court clerk directly.
Branch County Circuit Court — Clerk's Office
Where Divorce Records Are Filed in Branch County
In Michigan, divorce cases (called "dissolution of marriage" actions) are handled by the circuit court. In Branch County, that means the Branch County Circuit Court has jurisdiction over all divorce proceedings. Once a judge signs the judgment of divorce, the decree and all associated documents remain on file with the circuit court clerk's office.
The state also keeps a record. After a divorce is finalized, a report is sent to the Michigan Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics, which maintains divorce certificates for divorces that occurred anywhere in Michigan. The type of document you need determines which office to contact:
- Full divorce decree, settlement agreement, custody orders, or other case filings — contact the Branch County Circuit Court clerk's office.
- Divorce certificate (a shorter verification document) — contact the Michigan Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics.
Branch County Circuit Court
Michigan Division for Vital Records and Health Statistics
You can order divorce certificates online through the state vital records office or submit a request by mail. The state office has records for divorces that occurred in Michigan from 1897 to the present.
Divorce Record Search Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times in Branch County
| Service | Fee | Typical Processing Time |
|---|---|---|
| Circuit court record copy (per page) | $1.00 | Same day to several business days |
| Certified copy of court document | $10.00 (first page) + $1.00 each additional page | Same day to several business days |
| Divorce certificate — state vital records (regular processing) | $26.00 | Approximately 3–4 weeks |
| Divorce certificate — state vital records (expedited processing) | $26.00 + expedited shipping fee | Approximately 1–2 weeks |
| MiCOURT online case search | Free | Immediate |