The form FL-040, also known as the Declaration Regarding Notice of Ex Parte Application for Order, is typically filed by the party or attorney seeking an ex parte order in a family law case in California.
Certified copies of divorce records can be requested through the superior court, either in-person or by mail. The George E. McDonald Hall of Justice is the courthouse in Alameda County that houses all divorce papers. For either option, start by filling out the county's civil records request form.