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Instructions to File a Foreign Decree - Colorado 2026

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The document provides instructions for registering a foreign decree in Colorado, outlining the necessary forms, filing procedures, and associated fees. It emphasizes that these instructions are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. The document details the steps to file a case, including obtaining exemplified copies of court documents, completing required forms, paying filing fees, and serving notice to the other party. It also notes that proper registration is essential before any enforcement or modification of the decree can occur.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the Instructions to File a Foreign Decree in the editor.
Begin by obtaining exemplified copies of all relevant court documents from the originating court. Ensure you keep copies for your records and provide one to the other party.
Complete the required forms, including the Case Information Sheet (JDF 1000) and Petition to Register Foreign Decree (JDF 1221). Fill in your details as they appear in the out-of-state case, ensuring accuracy in the caption area.
Prepare to file your case by paying the filing fee of $166.00 and submitting all completed forms along with exemplified copies of documents to the court.
If necessary, serve notice and summons using either Waiver and Acceptance of Service or personal service methods, ensuring compliance with Colorado Rules of Civil Procedure.

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How to file an emergency custody order in Colorado?

To register a foreign divorce in California, submit a certified copy of the divorce decree to the county clerk or court where you reside. The document must be translated if not in English. Registration helps recognize the divorce for state legal purposes, such as remarriage or name changes.

How long does it take to get a divorce decree in Colorado?

A statutory 91-day waiting period After you file for divorce and serve papers on the other party, the court must wait 91 days before granting the divorce. This law applies whether the parties agree that the marriage is over or not, and even if there are no unresolved issues.

How to get a divorce decree in Colorado?

Contact the District Court in which the divorce was filed for you record. Most people who are looking for divorce records that concern themselves will need to contact the courts for their records.

How do I get a copy of my divorce decree from Colorado?

How do I get a copy of my divorce decree? You will need to contact the court where the decree was entered. Use the courts locator to find the correct court location.

What is a foreign decree?

Foreign decree means any decree or order in equity of a court located in a reciprocal state, including a court of the United States located therein, against any insurer incorporated or authorized to do business in this state.

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What is the fastest way to get a divorce decree?

If you are local to the court, you can go to the clerk of the Superior Court and they will assist you in getting a certified copy of the decree. If you are not local, you can write to the Superior Court Clerks office in that county and ask them to pull your file and mail you a certified copy of your divorce decree.

Instructions to File a Foreign Decree - Colorado 2026

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