Solano County Divorce Decree

Solano County divorce decree records are kept by the Superior Court. The main Family Law Division courthouse is at 600 Union Avenue, Fairfield, CA. Phone is (707) 207-7340. The court handles all dissolution cases for the county. You can request certified copies in person or by mail. Certified divorce judgments cost $15 under state law. Plain copies are 50 cents per page. The court serves all communities in Solano County including Fairfield, Vallejo, Vacaville, and other cities. Processing times vary based on court workload. In-person requests may be completed within a few days. Mail requests typically take two to three weeks.

Family Law Division

The Family Law Division of Solano County Superior Court handles all divorce cases. According to solano.courts.ca.gov, the division processes family law matters including dissolution. The main Family Law courthouse is at 600 Union Avenue, Fairfield, CA. Call (707) 207-7340 for information.

Staff at the Family Law Division can help you submit records requests. Hours are typically 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on weekdays. When you visit, bring photo ID and your case number if you know it. The courthouse is in Fairfield, which is the county seat. Parking is available near the building.

Fairfield is located between San Francisco and Sacramento. Interstate 80 runs through the city and provides easy access from both directions. The courthouse serves all communities in Solano County from the bay area to the valley.

Requesting Certified Copies

To get a certified copy of your divorce decree, submit a request to the Family Law Division. You can make the request in person or by mail. For in-person requests, go to the courthouse during business hours. Tell staff you need a certified copy of your divorce decree. They will give you a form to complete.

Your request should include these details:

• Full names of both parties
• Case number or date of divorce
• Document type (divorce decree)
• Certified or plain copy
• Your contact information

For mail requests, write a letter with all required information. Include payment with your request. Make checks payable to Solano County Superior Court. The fee for a certified divorce is $15. Plain copies are 50 cents per page. Mail your request to Family Law Division, 600 Union Avenue, Fairfield, CA.

Include a self-addressed stamped envelope with enough postage for return mail. Processing time for mail requests is typically two to three weeks depending on court workload. In-person requests may be completed faster if your file is readily available.

Fee Schedule

Solano County follows California state fee laws. A certified divorce costs $15 under California Government Code Section 70674. This includes the certification seal and all pages of the decree. Plain copies without certification cost 50 cents per page.

Other court documents require a $40 certification fee. That applies to orders, settlement agreements, or filings other than the final divorce decree. Copies are 50 cents per page in addition to the certification charge. Record search fees may apply if you do not provide a case number and court staff must search by name. Searches over 10 minutes cost $15.

Payment can be made by cash, check, or money order for in-person requests. Mail requests should include a check or money order. Some courthouses accept credit cards with a processing fee. Confirm payment methods when you submit your request.

Case File Access

You can view your divorce case file in person at the courthouse. Go to the Family Law Division and ask to see the file. Provide your case number or enough information for staff to locate it. Bring photo ID. Viewing files is free. You can read through all documents filed in your case.

If you want copies of specific documents, point them out to staff. They will make copies for you at 50 cents per page. You cannot remove documents from the file or take the file with you. It stays at the courthouse. Third parties can also request divorce records in most cases because divorce decrees are public records under California law.

Some documents in a case file may be sealed or confidential. Financial records and child custody evaluations are sometimes protected. The clerk will tell you if any parts of the file are restricted from public access.

Online Resources

Solano County may offer online case search. Check the court website for current online services. Many California counties provide case search portals where you can look up cases by name or case number. Search results typically show basic information like filing dates and case status.

Full documents are not viewable online due to California privacy rules for family law cases. You must request copies from the court even if you can see the case information online. Use any available online search to find your case number before submitting a records request. Having the case number speeds up processing.

Court Locations

Solano County Superior Court has multiple courthouse locations. The main Family Law courthouse is in Fairfield. Other locations serve different areas of the county. For records requests, contact the Family Law Division in Fairfield. Staff there can retrieve files from any courthouse location.

If you are filing new court documents or attending a hearing, you must go to the appropriate courthouse for your case. For records requests only, the Family Law Division in Fairfield is your main contact point.

Legal Assistance

Solano County Superior Court has a Family Law Facilitator who provides free help to people representing themselves. The facilitator can assist with forms, explain procedures, and answer general questions. They cannot give legal advice or represent you in court. Call the courthouse at (707) 207-7340 for the facilitator's hours and office location.

Legal Services of Northern California serves Solano County. They provide free legal help to low-income residents in family law cases. Call to see if you qualify based on income. Services include advice, document preparation, and representation in some cases. They have an office in Fairfield.

The Solano County Bar Association may offer a lawyer referral service. Contact them to get matched with a family law attorney in your area. Initial consultations are typically $35 for 30 minutes.

Cities in Solano County

Solano County includes several cities over 100,000 population. All residents file for divorce through the county Superior Court.

Nearby Counties

Solano County borders Napa, Yolo, Sacramento, Contra Costa, and Marin counties.