A divorce decree is a court order ending a marriage. A divorce certificate is a vital document proving a divorce occurred.
California's Form FL-180 is the Formal Divorce Decree This is the form that confirms the court's "entry" of the divorce. These are not the only forms but hopefully this gives you a good idea of what the main documents are. The divorce decree is signed by a judge and is legally binding on both parties.
Declaration for Default or Uncontested Dissolution or Legal Separation (Family Law) (FL-170) Tell the court more about your request to enter a judgment based on an agreement or the default of your spouse or domestic partner. Get form FL-170.
California Judicial Council Forms are pre approved pleadings for filing with the Court.
The first pages of the final orders for your divorce, legal separation, or annulment case.