Search Wheaton Dissolution of Marriage Records
Wheaton dissolution of marriage records are filed at the DuPage County Circuit Court, which is located right in Wheaton. Wheaton is the DuPage County seat with a population of about 53,557, and the DuPage County Courthouse sits at 505 N. County Farm Road. This is where all DuPage County dissolution of marriage cases are filed and where the Circuit Clerk maintains all records. Wheaton residents do not need to travel to another city to file or get copies. The DuPage County Circuit Clerk is Candice Adams, and her office handles all dissolution filings and records requests for Wheaton and the rest of DuPage County.
Wheaton Quick Facts
Where to File Dissolution of Marriage in Wheaton
Wheaton residents file for dissolution of marriage at the DuPage County Courthouse, which is in Wheaton. This is convenient since the courthouse is right in the city. The Domestic Relations Division of the DuPage County Circuit Court handles all dissolution of marriage filings for Wheaton and all other DuPage County communities. The Circuit Clerk, Candice Adams, keeps the official records and processes all requests for copies of dissolution documents.
| Court | DuPage County Circuit Court, 18th Judicial Circuit |
|---|---|
| Address | 505 N. County Farm Road Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 707, Wheaton, IL 60187 |
| Phone | 630/407-8700 |
| Fax (Domestic Relations) | 630-407-8862 |
| Circuit Clerk | Candice Adams |
| Website | dupagecircuitclerk.gov |
The DuPage County Courthouse is on County Farm Road in north Wheaton, just off Interstate 355. There is parking on site, and the courthouse is accessible from several Metra train stations in the Wheaton area. The 18th Judicial Circuit handles all civil and family law matters for DuPage County from this single courthouse. Wheaton residents have the advantage of living in the same city as the courthouse, making in-person visits for dissolution of marriage filings and record requests easy to manage.
The DuPage Circuit Clerk's site at dupagecircuitclerk.gov has the online case lookup tool, fee schedules, and forms for dissolution of marriage cases. Wheaton residents can use this site to search existing cases or prepare for filing.
How to Search Wheaton Dissolution of Marriage Records
The DuPage County Circuit Clerk provides online court records access at dupagecircuitclerk.gov/court-records.html. You can search for dissolution of marriage cases by party name or case number. The system shows basic case info: filing date, case status, and scheduled events. Free online access is available for public case information. Document images and certified copies require additional steps and may have associated fees.
In person, visit the clerk's office at 505 N. County Farm Road in Wheaton. Staff can look up dissolution cases by name or case number and help you request copies. Bring the full names of both parties and the year the case was filed. Certified copies of the final judgment of dissolution are available from the clerk's counter. These carry the official court seal and are needed for legal, financial, and government purposes. Plain copies cost less but lack the seal.
The IDPH statewide dissolution index is another option for confirming a dissolution occurred. The index shows DuPage County as the filing location for Wheaton cases. Contact IDPH at (217) 782-6554 or mail a request to 925 E. Ridgely Ave, Springfield, IL 62702-2737 with a $5 fee. IDPH does not provide copies of decrees. Full details are at dph.illinois.gov.
Wheaton Dissolution of Marriage Fees
DuPage County sets the filing fees for dissolution of marriage cases in Wheaton. The fees cover the filing of the petition and other court actions. Call the clerk at 630/407-8700 to confirm current fee amounts before you file, since they can change as state law is updated. DuPage County has a reputation for relatively clear fee communication, and the clerk website often posts updated schedules.
Copy fees for dissolution of marriage records in Wheaton follow this schedule:
- First page: $2.00
- Pages 2 through 20: $0.50 per page
- Pages beyond 20: $0.25 per page
- Certification fee: $6.00
If you cannot pay the filing fee, you can request a waiver. You file a financial affidavit and a judge reviews your income and assets. Fee waivers are granted to filers who qualify based on income. The affidavit form is available at the clerk's office at the Wheaton courthouse. Illinois Legal Aid Online also has information on fee waivers at illinoislegalaid.org.
Note: Wheaton residents pay DuPage County fees, not Cook County rates, so DuPage copy fees differ from nearby Cook County courts.
Dissolution of Marriage Law in DuPage County
Wheaton dissolution of marriage cases follow Illinois law under 750 ILCS 5/, the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act. Under 750 ILCS 5/401, at least one spouse must be an Illinois resident for 90 days before the court can enter a final dissolution judgment. Wheaton is squarely in Illinois, so this is rarely an issue for long-term residents. Anyone who recently moved to Wheaton from out of state should track their move-in date to make sure they meet the residency clock.
Illinois is a no-fault dissolution state. Irreconcilable differences is the only ground. Courts do not consider marital misconduct or fault in the dissolution itself. Under 750 ILCS 5/401, if the spouses have been separated for six months and both agree the marriage has broken down, that proves irreconcilable differences. Wheaton couples who agree on all terms and meet the income and asset criteria may qualify for the joint simplified dissolution process under 750 ILCS 5/452.
Property is split using equitable distribution under 750 ILCS 5/503. Equitable does not always mean 50-50. The court looks at the length of the marriage, each spouse's economic circumstances, and contributions to the marriage. Child support is calculated under 750 ILCS 5/505 using the income shares model based on both parents' gross income. Supreme Court Rule 138 requires redaction of personal identifiers from all public dissolution filings. Standard Illinois dissolution forms are at illinoiscourts.gov.
IDPH Dissolution of Marriage Records for Wheaton
The Illinois Department of Public Health keeps a statewide dissolution of marriage index. This is separate from the DuPage County court records and serves as a quick verification tool. The IDPH index shows whether a dissolution occurred in Illinois and which county handled the case. For Wheaton cases, the index will show DuPage County as the filing location. The index covers dissolutions from 1962 to the present.
To use the IDPH index, send a written request with a $5 fee to the Division of Vital Records, 925 E. Ridgely Ave, Springfield, IL 62702-2737. Call (217) 782-6554 for phone inquiries. Responses take about 4 to 6 weeks by mail. The IDPH does not provide certified copies of decrees. Only the DuPage County Circuit Clerk can provide a certified copy of the final judgment of dissolution for a Wheaton case. Full IDPH dissolution service information is at dph.illinois.gov.
Legal Help for Wheaton Dissolution Cases
Wheaton residents can get free help with dissolution of marriage through Illinois Legal Aid Online at illinoislegalaid.org. The site explains Illinois dissolution law in plain terms, provides step-by-step guides for the DuPage County filing process, and offers an easy forms tool. This is a strong resource for Wheaton residents handling their own dissolution without an attorney.
Prairie State Legal Services serves DuPage County residents who meet income guidelines. They can help with dissolution of marriage, custody, and related family law matters. The DuPage County Bar Association runs a lawyer referral program if you prefer to hire a family law attorney. Many private attorneys in Wheaton and the surrounding DuPage County area practice at the courthouse on County Farm Road and know the Domestic Relations Division procedures well. For help getting copies of court records, visit illinoislegalaid.org. A full directory of Illinois circuit court clerks is at illinoiscourts.gov.
DuPage County Dissolution of Marriage Records
Wheaton is the county seat of DuPage County. All dissolution of marriage filings for Wheaton go through the DuPage County Circuit Court at 505 N. County Farm Road. The county page covers the 18th Judicial Circuit, the clerk's office, fee schedules, online record search, copy fees, and how to file or access dissolution of marriage records across DuPage County.