Find Cass County Divorce Decree Records
Cass County divorce decree records are managed by the Circuit Clerk at the Justice Center in Harrisonville. The clerk is responsible for all circuit court records, including civil and criminal case files, child support records, and dissolution of marriage filings. You can search for and request divorce records through this office. Missouri's free Case.net system also provides online access to basic case data. This page walks through the ways to get Cass County divorce records and what to expect.
Quick Facts
Cass County Divorce Decree Records
The Cass County Circuit Clerk maintains all circuit court records. This includes divorce decrees, petitions for dissolution, and every court order tied to a case. The office handles civil and criminal case records, child support records, and jury selections. When a judge signs the final divorce judgment, the clerk files it as a permanent record.
All queries for certified copies of divorce decrees should go to the Office of the Cass County Circuit Court Clerk at the main courthouse in Harrisonville. You can reach them at (816) 380-8227 to ask about copy and certification fees. The Cass County public records page also has info on how to access these documents.
Cass County sits just south of the Kansas City metro area. Some residents of Lee's Summit live in the Cass County portion of that city. If your divorce was filed in Cass County, this is the office to contact. If it was filed in Jackson County, that is a different circuit clerk.
Requesting a Cass County Divorce Decree
Visit the Cass County Justice Center at 2501 West Mechanic, Harrisonville, MO 64701. You can also call (816) 380-8227 or fax (816) 380-8225. Give the clerk the names of both parties and the approximate date of the divorce. The clerk will search for your case and tell you the cost for copies.
Copies generally cost $1 per page for uncertified documents. Certified copies may have extra fees. Ask the clerk for current pricing. For mail requests, include a self-addressed stamped envelope. Make sure to include enough detail for the clerk to find the right case.
The screenshot below shows the Cass County Circuit Clerk's official page with details about the office and its services.
This page from the Cass County government website outlines the clerk's duties and how to contact the office for record requests.
Search Cass County Divorce Cases Online
Missouri's Case.net provides free access to court records from all 114 counties. You can look up Cass County divorce cases by party name, case number, or filing date. The system shows who is involved, the case type, hearing dates, and status. It does not provide the full decree text, but it confirms whether a case exists and gives you the case number for copy requests.
The Cass County jury information line is (816) 380-8249 if you need that, and the general email is Cass.Jury@courts.mo.gov for jury-related matters. For divorce record questions, use the main clerk number.
Note: Case.net results are for reference and do not serve as certified copies.
Filing for Divorce in Cass County
The process starts with a petition for dissolution of marriage filed with the Cass County Circuit Court. Missouri law under RSMo 452.310 requires at least 90 days of state residency. The petition must state the marriage is irretrievably broken. A 30-day waiting period per RSMo 452.320 applies before the court can finalize the divorce.
Self-represented parties must use Missouri Supreme Court approved forms. These include the petition, parenting plan, and financial statements. The clerk's office can point you to the correct forms. Filing fees apply. Call ahead for the current amount. After agreement or a court ruling, the judge signs the decree. Property division follows RSMo 452.330 and custody follows RSMo 452.375.
When children are part of the case, both parents submit a parenting plan. This plan covers custody, visitation schedules, and how major decisions about the children get made. Child support is calculated using Missouri guidelines based on both parents' income. The judge can approve the plan or make adjustments. The final plan becomes part of the decree. Any later changes require a motion to modify in the same court.
Cass County is part of the Kansas City metro area. Some parts of Lee's Summit fall within Cass County, though the city also extends into Jackson County. If you are not sure which county handled your case, check Case.net or call the clerk.
State Divorce Records
The Missouri Department of Health issues certified statements for divorces. These only list names, date, and county. No custody or property details are included. Each costs $15.00. Order at 930 Wildwood Drive in Jefferson City, by mail, or via VitalChek online. The state has records since July 1, 1948.
For the full divorce decree with all terms, the Cass County Circuit Clerk is the only source. The Missouri state portal can help if you are not sure which county handled your case. It explains the difference between state certified statements and county decree copies.
Nearby Counties
If the divorce was filed in a county near Cass, contact that county's circuit clerk. Neighboring counties include: