Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area Divorce Records
Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area divorce records are filed and maintained through the Alaska Court System's First Judicial District. This census area covers Prince of Wales Island and surrounding communities in southern Southeast Alaska. The Craig court at 1330 Craig-Klawock Hwy. is the primary court location serving the area. The Alaska Court System's CourtView portal lets you search for divorce records from this census area online using the 1CR case prefix. This page explains how to access those records and what to know about the divorce process here.
Prince of Wales-Hyder Overview
Craig Court and First Judicial District
The Craig court is the primary location for divorce filings in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area. Craig is on the west coast of Prince of Wales Island. Klawock residents and others on the island also access court services through Craig. The court is part of Alaska's First Judicial District, which covers all of Southeast Alaska.
| Craig Court | 1330 Craig-Klawock Hwy., Box 646, Craig, AK 99921 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (907) 826-3316 |
| Case Prefix | 1CR |
| Judicial District | First Judicial District |
| Public Administrator | Amanda Schulz, Ketchikan, (907) 225-3195 |
The First District Public Administrator, Amanda Schulz, is based in Ketchikan at (907) 225-3195 and handles estate matters across the district. For divorce case filings and records requests, contact the Craig court directly at (907) 826-3316. Remote communities on the island may find mail filing practical.
Search Divorce Records Online
The CourtView statewide portal covers all Alaska courts and is available at all hours. Search by party name or case number. Prince of Wales cases use the 1CR prefix for Craig court filings. Klawock cases may also appear under different prefixes. CourtView is the most practical tool for searching from the island communities.
CourtView shows party names, case status, and docket information for divorce cases filed in Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area. The search covers the full Alaska statewide database.
For copies of court documents, contact the Craig court. For cases not found in CourtView, call (907) 826-3316 to ask about older paper records. CourtView shows basic case data but not the full file contents.
Getting Copies of Divorce Records
Court divorce records are public in Alaska. Request copies from the Craig court using the TF-311 form at courts.alaska.gov/forms. Include case number or party names, the documents needed, and your contact information. Mail requests accepted. Per-page fees apply.
Divorce certificates are issued by the Alaska Department of Health vital records office. Order them at health.alaska.gov or through VitalChek. The first copy is $25.
Divorce certificates come from the Alaska Department of Health vital records office, not the court. Cost is $25 for the first copy. Certificates from the past 50 years have restricted access. Online ordering through VitalChek is available for residents who cannot reach the Juneau vital records office in person.
Divorce Filing in Prince of Wales-Hyder
Residents file at the Craig court. Alaska offers divorce under AS 25.24.160 and dissolution under AS 25.24.230 under Title 25. Both cost $250. A 30-day waiting period under AS 25.24.220 applies. Mail filing is available. Forms are free at courts.alaska.gov/forms. The Family Law Self-Help Center is available at toll-free (866) 279-0851. Alaska Legal Services Corporation provides free civil legal help to qualifying residents across Southeast Alaska.
Nearby Boroughs and Census Areas
These areas are in the First Judicial District near Prince of Wales-Hyder Census Area.