Buchanan County Divorce Records

Divorce proceedings in Buchanan County are heard in the local Circuit Court. These cases legally terminate a marital union and establish rights and responsibilities, including property division, spousal support, and child custody.

To view the contents of a Buchanan County divorce case file, individuals can visit the county courthouse building during operational hours. Public electronic terminals are available at the courthouse for self-service research, and formal requests can be made at the Circuit Clerk's Office.

Alternatively, individuals can utilize the Missouri Case.net portal for free case lookups, keeping in mind that documents filed prior to July 1, 2023, are unavailable for remote public access. One can also submit a completed Court Records Request Form by mail, email, or fax to the Circuit Clerk's Office.

County	Court Name	Address	Office Hours
Buchanan County	5th Judicial Circuit Court - Buchanan County	Buchanan County Courthouse 5th Judicial Circuit Court 411 Jules Street Saint Joseph, MO 64501	Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (excluding state holidays)