Search Mohave County Family Court Records

Mohave County family court records are public documents you can access through the Superior Court system. The county maintains three court locations in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, and Bullhead City to serve residents across this large region in northwest Arizona. These records cover divorce cases, child custody disputes, child support orders, and paternity filings. You can request copies in person at any of the three offices, by phone, fax, email, or mail. The Clerk of Superior Court staff can help you locate the case you need. Fees for plain copies are $0.50 per page, and certified copies cost $30 per document.

Mohave County Clerk of Superior Court

The Mohave County Clerk of Superior Court is the main office for family court records. Staff in this department file new cases, keep track of court documents, and help the public get copies of records. The clerk office handles civil, criminal, probate, and domestic relations cases. Family court records fall under the domestic relations category, which includes divorce decrees, custody orders, and support agreements.

The main clerk office sits at 415 E. Spring Street in Kingman. Call (928) 753-0713 to reach the front desk. The research clerk handles record requests directly at extension 4089. Hours are Monday through Friday during normal business times. If you need to visit in person, bring a valid ID and the case number if you have it. Staff can search by party name if you do not know the case number, though having this info speeds up your request.

You can see the main Mohave County Courts website for more details on services and locations. Here is the main page:

This site lists all court departments and gives directions to each location in the county.

Mohave County Family Court Locations

Mohave County spans a vast area in the northwest corner of Arizona. To serve residents spread across this region, the county runs three court locations. Each office can help you with family court matters, though the Kingman office is the main hub. You do not need to travel to Kingman if one of the other offices is closer to you. All three locations accept filings and process record requests.

The Kingman office at 415 E. Spring Street is the county seat location. This is where most administrative functions take place. The phone number is (928) 753-0713. Lake Havasu City has a court at 2001 College Drive with phone (928) 453-0701. Bullhead City has a court at 2225 Trane Road with phone (928) 758-0730. Pick the location that works best for you based on where you live or work.

Staff at each location can file new family court petitions. They accept payments for filing fees and record copies. They can also help you find forms for common family law matters. If you have questions about what forms you need, call ahead before your visit. This saves time and helps you come prepared with the right paperwork.

Note: The Lake Havasu City and Bullhead City offices offer the same services as Kingman for most family court needs.

Request Mohave County Family Court Records

The Mohave County records request page explains how to get copies of court documents. The public can obtain copies of domestic relations and family court records including divorce decrees, custody orders, and support rulings. Marriage abstracts are also available through this office. You have several options for making a request based on what works best for your situation.

This page on the court website shows the different ways to submit a records request.

You can request records by phone at (928) 753-0713 extension 4089. The fax number is (928) 718-4930. Email requests go to clerkofcourt@mohavecourts.com. For mail requests, send your letter to: Clerk of Superior Court, Attn: Research Clerk, 415 East Spring Street, P.O Box 7000, Kingman, Arizona 86402-7000. Include the case number if you know it, the names of the parties, and the type of document you need. Also include your contact information and payment for the fees.

Plain copies cost $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost $30 per document plus the per page copy fee. Certified copies have a raised court seal and are often required for legal proceedings or official purposes. If you just need a copy for your own records, the plain version saves money. Ask the clerk which type you need if you are not sure.

Types of Mohave County Family Court Records

Divorce records make up a large portion of family court files in Mohave County. When someone files for dissolution of marriage, the court creates a case file. This file grows as the case moves forward. It includes the initial petition, the response from the other spouse, financial disclosures, any motions filed by either side, and the final decree. The decree is the court order that ends the marriage and sets the terms for property division and support.

Child custody records in Arizona use specific terms. Legal decision-making refers to who makes major choices for the child about school, health, and religion. Parenting time sets the schedule for when each parent has the child. These terms replaced the older custody and visitation language under state law. Court files include parenting plans that spell out the details. If parents later want to change the plan, they file a modification request. That becomes part of the record too.

Child support records show the amount one parent must pay and the schedule for payments. The Arizona Division of Child Support Services works with the courts to establish and enforce support orders. You can call them at 602-252-4045 or toll-free at 1-800-882-4151. The court file includes the support calculation worksheet, the order itself, and any enforcement actions taken if payments are missed. Modifications show up when income or circumstances change.

Paternity records establish the legal father of a child born to unmarried parents. These cases may include DNA test results and declarations signed by both parents. Once paternity is set, the court can order support and set up a custody arrangement. Mohave County processes many of these cases each year for families across the region.

Mohave County Clerk Department Services

The clerk department does more than just store records. Staff assist with many tasks related to family court cases. They accept new filings and assign case numbers. They schedule hearings and send out notices. They collect fees and issue certified copies. They also handle appeals to higher courts and work with other agencies on enforcement matters.

The clerk department page above gives details on all the services they provide.

For family court matters, the clerk staff can explain what forms you need for common filings. They cannot give legal advice about what to put in those forms. If you have questions about strategy or what outcome to seek, you need to talk to an attorney. The clerk staff can point you to self-help resources and explain basic procedures. They are there to help you navigate the system even if you do not have a lawyer.

Note: Attorneys must e-file documents in most cases, but self-represented parties can still file on paper at the clerk window.

Search Mohave County Court Records Online

The statewide Arizona Courts Public Access Portal covers Mohave County. This free tool lets you search for cases from your computer or phone. You can look up cases by party name or case number. Results show basic case information including the filing date, case type, and current status. Some courts post documents online, while others only show case index data.

If you find the case you need online, you can then contact the Mohave County clerk to get copies of the actual documents. The online system gives you the case number, which makes the record request process faster. Not all cases show up in the online system. Older cases or certain sealed records will not appear. For those, you need to contact the clerk office directly and ask them to search their files.

The AZ Court Help website has guides for understanding family court cases. It explains what different case types mean and what documents you might find in a file. The site also has forms for common family law matters and links to each county's court. Use this as a starting point if you are new to family court and not sure where to begin.

Arizona Family Court Laws and Resources

Arizona Revised Statutes Title 25 covers marital and domestic relations law. This is the main body of law that governs family court matters in Mohave County and across the state. It includes rules for marriage, dissolution, legal decision-making, parenting time, child support, and paternity. The statutes spell out what the court can order and what procedures parties must follow.

Access to court records falls under Arizona Supreme Court Rule 123, not the general public records law. This rule sets out what court records are open to the public and what records are sealed or restricted. Family court records are generally public, but some parts may be sealed to protect children or sensitive information. If a record you need is sealed, you may need a court order to access it. The clerk can tell you the status of any particular document.

The Arizona Department of Health Services handles vital records like birth and death certificates. Marriage and divorce records, however, are kept by the county where the event happened. For a marriage license, you go to the clerk of superior court in the county where you plan to marry. For a divorce decree, you go to the county where the divorce case was filed. Mohave County keeps its own marriage and divorce records at the clerk office in Kingman.

Cities in Mohave County

Mohave County includes several cities and towns across its large territory. Family court cases for all residents go through the Mohave County Superior Court. There is no separate city family court. The three court locations in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, and Bullhead City serve the entire county. Residents file at the location most convenient for them.

Lake Havasu City is the largest city in Mohave County with a population over 50,000. It has its own court location at 2001 College Drive. Bullhead City and Kingman are other major population centers. Smaller communities like Golden Valley, Fort Mohave, and Mohave Valley are also part of the county and use the same court system for family matters.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Mohave County borders several other Arizona counties. If you are not sure where a family court case was filed, check the neighboring counties. Cases are kept in the county where they were filed, not where parties live now. Someone who moved to Mohave County might have an old case in a different county.