Rhode Island Divorce Court Records
Public Resources
The Rhode Island Judiciary Public Portal (Public Portal), which is separate from the case management system or the electronic filing system, is the point of entry for electronic access to case information from the Rhode Island Judiciary’s (Judiciary) database whether at the courthouse or remotely.
https://www.courts.ri.gov/Public-Resources/Pages/case-information.aspx
Programs and Services
Records at the Judicial Records Center (JRC) are available to researchers in accordance with the laws of Rhode Island and the operating rules of the department. All public records are open for use except for those specifically restricted by law or rule.
https://www.courts.ri.gov/programs-services/Pages/Policies-and-Procedures.aspx
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Find a courthouse, find the juror questionnaire, file a case, contact the court, find a hearing, submit public portal – where to find a case.
https://www.courts.ri.gov/
Rhode Island Divorce Records Search | RhodeIslandCourtRecords.us
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https://rhodeislandcourtrecords.us/family-court-records/divorce/
Courthouse Records - Rhode Island: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress
County level research is essential in the pursuit of family and local history. The list below highlights the most common county courthouse records used by genealogists, but there are many more record sets available. Use the guides below and explore the specific resources for the counties of interest to assure that you locate all pertinent documents.
https://guides.loc.gov/rhode-island-local-history-genealogy/courthouse-records
Obtaining divorce decree copy? : r/RhodeIsland - Reddit
Call the lawyer that handled your divorce. they will be able to direct you to the State Archives Office ( I believe it is located in Pawtucket).
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District of Rhode Island | United States District Court
News & Announcements 12/05/2025 Registration is now open for the annual CLE program for Winter 2026. Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting. The program is free for any attorney practicing in Rhode Island, regardless of Bar memberships. This year the program will explore the 11/04/2025 The Court has appointed members to serve at the 2026 District Court Conference Planning Committee.
https://www.rid.uscourts.gov/
Rhode Island High-Profile Divorce | Seal RI Divorce Records
Seal Rhode Island Divorce Records Helping Celebrities and High-Profile Individuals Much like high-net-worth individuals, celebrities and other high-profile people may wish to have their divorce records sealed from the public. Often times these records can have very sensitive information, including things such as a total net-worth, intellectual property ownership, and many other things that could be damaging if released to the public.
https://www.mcintyretate.com/family-law/divorce/celebrity-high-profile-divorce/
Are Divorce Records Public?
Among the values held dear by the American public are freedom of information and open access to government. To further these values, longstanding federal and state laws have made court records generally available to the public. However, when you're going through a divorce, you might experience mixed feelings about strangers being able to access your records—after all, who wants to have the personal details of their divorce aired in public?
https://www.divorcenet.com/resources/are-divorce-records-public.html
Courthouse Records - Rhode Island: Local History & Genealogy Resource Guide - Research Guides at Library of Congress
County level research is essential in the pursuit of family and local history. The list below highlights the most common county courthouse records used by genealogists, but there are many more record sets available. Use the guides below and explore the specific resources for the counties of interest to assure that you locate all pertinent documents.
https://guides.loc.gov/rhode-island-local-history-genealogy/courthouse-records
Rhode Island Case Lookup: How to Check Your Court Case Online
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https://sjoshuamacktaz.com/rhode-island-case-lookup-how-to-check-your-court-case-online/
District of Rhode Island | United States District Court
News & Announcements 12/05/2025 Registration is now open for the annual CLE program for Winter 2026. Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting. The program is free for any attorney practicing in Rhode Island, regardless of Bar memberships. This year the program will explore the 11/04/2025 The Court has appointed members to serve at the 2026 District Court Conference Planning Committee.
https://www.rid.uscourts.gov/
Timeline for a Rhode Island Divorce | Rhode Island Family Law Lawyer | Kirshenbaum & Kirshenbaum
How long you and your spouse have lived apart. If you and your spouse have been living separately for three years or more, the court may waive the waiting period. If the case goes to trial. Only divorces where both spouses agree on all of the terms of the divorce will qualify for expedited treatment.
https://www.kirshenbaumri.com/faqs/timeline-for-a-rhode-island-divorce.cfm
Where would I get a copy of my divorce decree? - Legal Answers
The court keeps all of the older records at the judicial record center located at 5 Hill Street, Pawtucket, RI 02860. Call them at 721-2641 with your case number and they will tell you that they have it. You can then go and pick it up.
https://www.avvo.com/legal-answers/where-would-i-get-a-copy-of-my-divorce-decree--3079709.html
Family Court
Finalizing a Divorce in the Family Court. 1. Parenting Resources and Video. 1. Procedure for Requesting a Transcript. 1. Rhode Island Judiciary Public Portal.
https://www.courts.ri.gov/courts/familycourt/pages/default.aspx
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Find Case Information
Find Case Information The Rhode Island Judiciary website features a database or "Public Portal" where individuals may access case information for some types of cases, including most criminal cases in the District, Superior, and Supreme Courts. The Public Portal enables users to access information about their cases including case numbers, charges, future court dates, bench warrants, outstanding court debt and payments.
http://www.ripd.org/findcaseinformation.html