Gilliam County Divorce Records
Gilliam County is one of the smallest counties in Oregon by population. The Circuit Court in Condon handles all dissolution of marriage cases for Gilliam County residents. Created on February 25, 1885, from parts of Wasco and Umatilla counties, Gilliam County holds divorce case files dating back to 1909. The court has limited staff, so calling ahead before you visit is a good idea. Records requests may take longer here than in larger counties.
Gilliam County Quick Facts
Divorce Filing Process in Gilliam County
Filing for dissolution in Gilliam County starts at the Circuit Court in Condon. You pay the $287 filing fee and submit a petition for dissolution of marriage. Under ORS 107.025, irreconcilable differences is the sole ground for dissolution in Oregon. You do not need to prove fault.
At least one spouse must have lived in Oregon for six months before filing, as required by ORS 107.075. After you file, the other spouse must be served with the papers. Then the 90-day waiting period under ORS 107.065 begins. The Gilliam County court handles custody, support, and property division within the same case under ORS 107.105.
Because Gilliam County has limited staff, hearings may be scheduled less often than in bigger courts. Plan for possible delays. Once the judge signs the general judgment, the dissolution is final. Every filing becomes a permanent part of the Gilliam County court records.
Gilliam County Circuit Court
The Gilliam County Circuit Court occupies a small courthouse in Condon. Staff are limited but can help with records requests and case lookups during business hours.
The court website has basic information about services and contact details for Gilliam County.
Check here before visiting to confirm the court schedule for Gilliam County.
| Court |
Gilliam County Circuit Court 221 S. Oregon Street Condon, OR 97823 PO Box 630 Phone: (541) 384-2311 Fax: (541) 384-2166 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | courts.oregon.gov/courts/gilliam |
Finding Gilliam County Divorce Records
You can search for dissolution records in Gilliam County online or by contacting the court. The Oregon eCourt Case Information system covers Gilliam County. Search by name or case number. A small fee applies for detailed case views online.
For in-person searches, visit the courthouse at 221 S. Oregon Street in Condon. Tell the clerk the name of at least one spouse. If you know the case number or year, share that too. The clerk will pull the file. You can review it and request copies. Plain copies and certified copies are available. Certified copies of the dissolution judgment carry the court seal for legal use.
You can also mail a request to PO Box 630, Condon, OR 97823. Fax requests go to (541) 384-2166. The free records and calendar search from the Oregon Judicial Department may show basic case data for Gilliam County at no charge.
Note: Because Gilliam County is small, the clerk may need extra time to locate older records that are stored off-site.
Gilliam County Historical Divorce Files
Gilliam County holds divorce case files from 1909 to 1924. This collection spans about 7 cubic feet of paper records. These files give a window into the lives of early Gilliam County residents. Researchers use them for genealogy and local history projects.
The Oregon State Archives maintains a detailed inventory of Gilliam County historical records.
Visit the Gilliam County inventory page to see what is available. This includes court records, vital records, and other county documents from the late 1800s and early 1900s.
Gilliam County was formed from Wasco and Umatilla counties. Records of cases that predate 1885 would be held by those parent counties or by the state archives. Under ORS 432.350, vital records older than 50 years are open to the general public. The Oregon State Archives vital records page can help you find these older documents.
Gilliam County Dissolution Records Access
Most court records in Gilliam County are public. Oregon's Public Records Law, ORS 192.311 through 192.478, ensures public access to government records. This includes divorce filings at the Circuit Court. You do not need to be a party to the case. Anyone can request to view or copy a dissolution file in Gilliam County.
Some parts of a file may be sealed. Cases that involve children sometimes have restricted information. Financial records may also be limited in some situations. But the core documents in a Gilliam County dissolution case are open. These include the petition, response, and general judgment.
Divorce Certificates for Gilliam County
A divorce certificate from the Oregon Health Authority confirms that a dissolution happened. It shows basic facts like names, date, and county. It does not include the full terms of the judgment. Order a certificate from the Oregon Vital Records office or through VitalChek. The fee is $25 per certified copy. Records exist from 1925 forward.
For the full general judgment with custody, support, and property terms, you need the court record from the Gilliam County Circuit Court. After a dissolution is final, ORS 107.115 requires a 30-day wait before either party can marry again. The Oregon family law resources page has guides and court forms for self-represented litigants in Gilliam County.
Nearby Counties
Gilliam County is bordered by several Oregon counties. Check the address where you reside to make sure you file in the correct county.