Juneau Family Court Records
Juneau is Alaska's state capital and the seat of the First Judicial District. Family court records for Juneau are held at the Juneau Trial Courts inside the Dimond Court Building on 4th Street. If you're looking for a divorce case, a dissolution filing, a custody order, or a child support record, the Superior Court in Juneau has those files. You can search cases through CourtView online or visit the courthouse during business hours to request copies. Alaska State Archives, also located in Juneau, holds older records that predate the online system. This page covers how to find, access, and understand Juneau family court records.
Juneau Overview
Where Juneau Family Court Records Are Kept
The Juneau Trial Courts at 123 4th Street handle all family law cases for the Juneau City and Borough. This is the First Judicial District courthouse, and it processes divorce, dissolution, custody, child support, paternity, adoption, and domestic violence protective order cases. Superior Court in Juneau has jurisdiction over felonies, civil cases over $100,000, all family law matters, probate, and appeals from the District Court. District Court handles misdemeanors, civil cases up to $100,000, small claims, and initial protective order filings.
The main number for the courthouse is (907) 463-4700. The fax number is (907) 463-3788 and the email is 1JUmailbox@akcourts.gov. Jury information is available at (907) 463-4706 or a recorded line at (907) 463-2500. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with a closure Thursday mornings from 8:00 AM to 9:00 AM. Weekend and holiday arraignments take place at 10:30 AM and are accessible to the public by phone at 1-888-788-0099 using Meeting ID 923 853 3061.
| Court | Juneau Trial Courts (Dimond Court Building) |
|---|---|
| Address | 123 4th Street, P.O. Box 114100 Juneau, AK 99811 |
| Phone | (907) 463-4700 |
| 1JUmailbox@akcourts.gov | |
| Hours | Mon-Fri 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (closed Thu 8-9 AM) |
| Judicial District | First Judicial District |
Searching Juneau Family Court Records Online
Most Juneau family court records from 1990 onward are available through CourtView, Alaska's public access system. You can search at records.courts.alaska.gov by entering a party name or case number. The system shows case type, parties, filing dates, and docket entries. It does not display actual documents, but it confirms a case exists and shows its procedural history. To get copies of filed documents, you contact the clerk's office directly.
If you don't have the case number, the clerk can search by name. A $15.00 per hour search fee applies when the case number is unknown. Once you have the case number, copies cost $0.25 per page for plain copies and $5.00 for certified copies. These fees are specific to Juneau and may differ slightly from other Alaska court locations.
Note: Juneau is home to the Alaska State Archives, which holds historical court records that may not appear in CourtView. For older Juneau family court filings, contact the Alaska State Archives at 141 Willoughby Avenue in Juneau.
The Juneau Empire is the local newspaper of record and covers court proceedings and legal news that may help you understand ongoing or notable family court cases in the region.
Court-related news coverage in the Juneau Empire can provide context for significant local rulings or changes to family law procedures at the Juneau Trial Courts.
Family Law Filings at Juneau Courts
Juneau family court records begin when someone files a case with Superior Court. Divorce is governed by Alaska Statute 25.24. The no-fault ground of incompatibility of temperament allows either spouse to file without placing blame on the other. Dissolution is available when both spouses agree on all terms and is generally faster than a contested divorce. When children are involved, the case is more involved because the court must approve a parenting plan and child support arrangement before issuing a final order. Each filed document, order, and judgment becomes part of the public case record.
Custody is decided under Alaska Statute 25.20 using the best interest standard. The court considers each parent's relationship with the child, the stability each parent can provide, and any history of domestic violence or substance abuse. AS 25.24.150 lists the specific factors a Juneau judge must weigh when issuing a custody order. Child support follows Civil Rule 90.3 and is tied to parental income. CSSD in Juneau handles enforcement at (907) 465-3129 or toll-free 1-800-478-3300.
Adoptions and CINA cases filed in Juneau produce records that are sealed from public view. These matters involve minors and sensitive family situations, so Alaska law makes them confidential. Guardianship records are also generally restricted. If you need access to a sealed record, you must petition the court and show a legal basis for the request.
Forms for all Juneau family court filings are available at no charge from the Alaska Court System self-help forms page. Form DR-100 covers dissolution, DR-800 is the divorce petition, DR-475 is the parenting plan, and TF-920 is the fee waiver application. Electronic filing is available through TrueFiling. You can also mail documents to the P.O. Box or deliver them in person.
Juneau Family Court Record Fees
Juneau has its own fee schedule that differs slightly from other Alaska court locations. Plain copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $5.00. If you don't know the case number and the clerk must search by name, a $15.00 per hour search fee applies. These fees are lower per page than some other districts, which can make getting full case files more affordable in Juneau if you need many pages.
For people who cannot afford court costs, the fee waiver form TF-920 is available through courts.alaska.gov/forms/index.htm. Eligibility is based on income and household size. People who receive public assistance or are below 125% of the federal poverty level typically qualify. The waiver can reduce or eliminate filing fees and some copy costs. You submit it with your initial filing or at any point during an active case.
Legal Help for Juneau Family Court Cases
Juneau residents handling their own family court cases have access to Alaska's self-help resources. The family law self-help forms and guides are available through courts.alaska.gov. These include step-by-step instructions for dissolution, divorce, custody, and child support cases. The forms are free to download and print. The court clerk can answer basic procedural questions, though they cannot give legal advice.
For people who need more hands-on help, Juneau has Legal Services of Alaska, which assists residents with limited income on family law matters. The Alaska Bar Association also runs a lawyer referral program that can connect Juneau residents with local attorneys. For child support matters, CSSD has a Juneau office at (907) 465-3129. Vital records, including divorce certificates separate from court case files, are available through Alaska Vital Records. The City and Borough of Juneau website has contact directories for additional local resources.
The Alaska State Archives at 141 Willoughby Avenue in Juneau holds older court records. If you need documents from a case filed before 1990, the archives are the right place to contact. Researchers working on older genealogy or legal matters often use the archives for historical Juneau family court records. The Alaska Court System website is the main hub for current court information, rules, and forms statewide.
The Travel Juneau visitor site provides orientation resources for those arriving in Juneau, including maps and contact information that help people locate the courthouse and legal offices downtown.
The Dimond Court Building on 4th Street is accessible from the downtown core, and orientation guides for Juneau can help newcomers find it quickly when they need to access family court records.
Juneau City and Borough Family Court Records
Juneau is organized as a unified city and borough, combining city and county functions into one government. Family law filings for Juneau residents go to the First Judicial District courthouse on 4th Street. The City and Borough of Juneau website provides additional local government contacts. For more information on the court system covering this area, see the borough-level page below.
Nearby Cities
These Alaska communities also have family court record pages. Each is served by a court in its own judicial district.