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From 1847 to 1877 there were over two thousand divorces. During the territorial period, the federal district courts had jurisdiction over divorce cases from 1852 to 1895. The probate courts also had jurisdiction from 1852 to 1887. After 1896, jurisdiction for divorce was given to the state district courts. | From 1847 to 1877 there were over two thousand divorces. During the territorial period, the federal district courts had jurisdiction over divorce cases from 1852 to 1895. The probate courts also had jurisdiction from 1852 to 1887. After 1896, jurisdiction for divorce was given to the state district courts. | ||
The earliest divorces were granted by | The earliest divorces were granted by Church leaders. Some pre-statehood records may be found in records of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. A few records of divorce or sealing cancellations may be found inserted in temple sealing records. For more information about church records see [[Tracing Latter-day Saint Ancestors]]. | ||
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