If you've been separated more than 2 years, then the divorce decree will take about 6 weeks, including court and mailing time. If you're been separated less than 2 years, then the divorce decree will take about 3.5 months, including court and mailing time.
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Pursuant to Code of Civil Procedure §1010.6 and the California Rules of Court, rule 2.253(b)(2), the Civil Division of the Riverside Superior Court is implementing electronic filing (eFiling). You can eFile documents 24/7 through an approved Electronic Filing Service Provider (EFSP).
Records concerning the dissolution of a marriage, such as divorce records, can be obtained from the Riverside Superior Court, where the divorce was granted. The superior court's request system allows requesters to obtain certified and non-certified copies of documents and orders related to such records.
CDPH-VR is only able to provide you with a Certificate of Record, which includes the names of the parties, filing date, county, and case number of the divorce. Copies of the actual divorce decree can only be obtained from the Superior Court in the county where the divorce took place.
You can contact the Riverside Superior Court at 951-777-3147 (phone) to speak to a clerk. Please anticipate lengthy wait times for telephone service, and please understand that email responses will be delayed. Phone hours are Monday through Friday, a.m. to p.m., except court holidays.