Piscataway Dissolution Of Marriage Database
Piscataway Township dissolution of marriage records are filed at the Middlesex County Superior Court in New Brunswick. Piscataway has around 60,000 residents and sits in the northern part of Middlesex County. The township is home to parts of Rutgers University and borders the Raritan River. All dissolution of marriage cases from Piscataway go through the Family Division. You can look up Piscataway dissolution records online or request copies from the county court clerk in New Brunswick.
Piscataway Township Quick Facts
Piscataway Dissolution Filing Court
Piscataway Township residents file for dissolution of marriage at the Middlesex County Superior Court, Family Division in New Brunswick. The Family Courthouse is at 120 New Street. Piscataway borders New Brunswick to the north, so the courthouse is close by. Many Piscataway residents can reach it in under 15 minutes.
| Court | Middlesex County Superior Court, Family Division |
|---|---|
| Family Court | 120 New Street New Brunswick, NJ 08901 |
| Main Court | 56 Paterson Street New Brunswick, NJ 08901 |
| Phone | (732) 645-4300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM |
Piscataway Township stretches along the north bank of the Raritan River. Route 287 and River Road provide quick access to New Brunswick from most parts of Piscataway. Paid parking is near the courthouse. Bring a valid photo ID to get through security.
The Piscataway Township municipal website has information on local services. Visit piscatawaynj.org for township resources and contacts.
Piscataway does not handle dissolution of marriage records at the local level. All files are at the county court.
Search Piscataway Dissolution Of Marriage Cases
Two main ways exist to search for Piscataway Township dissolution of marriage records. Online searches give you fast results for basic case data. Courthouse visits let you see the full file.
Use the NJ eCourts system to search by name or docket number. The system covers all of Middlesex County. Basic data is free. This includes party names, case status, and filing dates. For copies of actual documents, call the clerk or go in person. Piscataway dissolution cases use an "FM" docket prefix with the Middlesex County code.
For divorce decree information, the NJ Department of Health provides a resource page. Check the state divorce decrees page for Piscataway for details on getting certified copies through the state.
The state Records Center in Trenton stores archived Piscataway dissolution files once they leave the county courthouse.
Dissolution Process for Piscataway Residents
Filing for dissolution of marriage in Piscataway Township follows state law. The residency rule under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-10 says at least one spouse must have lived in New Jersey for 12 months before filing. Living in Piscataway counts. You do not need to have been at your current address for the full year.
File the complaint at the Family Division clerk window. The fee is $300. A $25 surcharge applies without a lawyer. Under N.J.S.A. 2A:34-2, most Piscataway residents use the no-fault ground. Irreconcilable differences must have existed for six months or more. Other grounds include desertion, extreme cruelty, and separation of 18 months. After filing, serve your spouse within 60 days using the Middlesex County Sheriff, a process server, or certified mail.
There is no mandatory waiting period in New Jersey after you file. If both parties agree on everything, the court schedules a final hearing. Contested cases may go to the Early Settlement Panel or economic mediation. Each county has an ESP coordinator who manages the schedule. The final judgment of dissolution of marriage ends the union and becomes a court record that Piscataway residents can later obtain copies of.
Note: Piscataway Township residents can file electronically through the JEDS system 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Piscataway Dissolution Record Requests
Dissolution of marriage records for Piscataway Township are held at the Middlesex County Family Division for cases from 2016 forward. Call (732) 645-4300 to request them. Older records go to the SCCO in Trenton. Reach them at 609-421-6100.
Only a party to the case or the attorney of record can get dissolution documents. Show a valid state ID if you are a party. Others must have a court order. Submit a Records Request Form through JEDS for mail or electronic requests. Use "SCCO" for closed files. For open Piscataway cases, select Middlesex County Family Division. A certified copy of a final judgment costs $25. A Certificate of Divorce costs $10 and has the county, docket number, names, and date of the judgment with the court seal.
Piscataway Filing Fees
Dissolution of marriage fees for Piscataway Township residents are set by the state. All fees apply at the Middlesex County courthouse in New Brunswick. Call (732) 645-4300 to confirm current rates before you file.
Standard fees for Piscataway dissolution of marriage cases:
- Dissolution complaint: $300.00
- Pro se surcharge: $25.00
- Defendant filing: $175.00
- Motion fee: $15.00
- Certified copy: $15.00
- Seal of the court: $10.00
If you have low income, you may qualify for a fee waiver. Complete the Fee Waiver Application at the court. You need to show proof of hardship. Plain copies of dissolution records are $0.05 per letter-size page and $0.07 for legal-size pages.
Legal Resources for Piscataway
Piscataway Township residents can get help with dissolution of marriage through several channels. Legal Services of New Jersey offers free legal help to qualified residents across Middlesex County. Call (888) 576-5529 or visit lsnj.org for details.
The NJ State Bar Association lawyer referral is at 1-800-792-8315. The first talk goes up to 30 minutes. The NJ Courts Self-Help Center has forms, guides, and instructions. Piscataway residents who file pro se can get all complaint forms, financial statement sheets, and answer forms from the site. The Middlesex County courthouse self-help center also assists with selecting the right forms for your dissolution case.
Middlesex County Dissolution Records
Piscataway Township is in Middlesex County. All dissolution of marriage cases go through the Middlesex County Superior Court. The county court handles filings for over 25 towns across the area. For full details on county procedures, fees, record access, and related resources, see the Middlesex County page.