Can I get my marriage and divorce records sealed?
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Can I get my marriage and divorce records sealed?
I was recently divorced but because my boyfriend’s friend is being nosey I would like to protect myself. Is it possible to have it done or not? If not and she does a search, what will pop up? Is it just dates? I am concerned.
Asked on December 6, 2011 under Family Law, Washington
Answers:
David Lee / Law Offices of David Lee
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
The short answer would be no. Divorce records are public records. You would have to have some really extraordinary circumstances in your case to have a Judge enter an Order to Seal your divorce records.
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David Lee
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