This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/1VB.2ACE/11347.1.1 Message Board Post: Kristi & Kathi Marriage records are indeed in Probate Court, however Divorce Records are in the Clerk of Courts. Early (pre 1977 or so) Divorces are recorded in the same books as Criminal & Civil Records, so it is not that easy to look up. The best way to check for a Divorce is to go in person (or send someone). These records are public and the Clerks there will be happy to show you how to research. It takes some time, so come prepared to spend time reading the handwritten indexes. The Clerk of Courts continued to hand write the indexes until 2000 when they finally got their first computer system. After locating the name in the index, you will find the Case number. With that Case number, you will be directed to the file, microfilm, or the oldest files to find the case you want. Remember though that it could be a criminal, civil or domestic action - no way to tell until you look at the actual case. If you cannot go in person, you can write, however there is little time for the Clerks to do research. Remember their first duty is to the current cases - and they set new records every year!