Marriage And Divorce Records

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Summary

Marriage records in Kentucky are maintained by the Office of Vital Statistics. You can request a copy of your marriage certificate for a fee. Public records like marriage and divorce records cannot be deleted. A certified copy of a divorce decree can be obtained from the County Clerks office where the divorce was granted. A divorce decree finalizes the divorce and contains details, while a divorce certificate is an official document stating the divorce has been granted. Divorce certificates can be obtained from the Office of Vital Statistics.

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If I’ve been married before and got a divorce can I delete everything showing I was married
In Kentucky, it's generally not possible to delete public records, such as marriage and divorce records. These are considered vital records and are maintained for historical and legal purposes.
If I have a divorce decree how do I get a divorce certificate
In Kentucky, you can obtain a certified copy of your divorce decree from the County Clerk's office in the county where your divorce was granted. Please contact them for more information.
Is a divorce decree and divorce certificate the same thing
No, they are not the same. A divorce decree is a legal document issued by the court finalizing the divorce. It contains details about the divorce terms. A divorce certificate is an official document that simply states the divorce has been granted. It's mainly used for record-keeping.
Where can I get the certificate
In Kentucky, you can obtain a divorce certificate from the Office of Vital Statistics. You need to provide details of the divorce and pay a fee. For more information, visit their official website.