Judgment Entry - Decree of Dissolution of Marriage
Ohio · Supreme Court of Ohio
This form is a document used by the court to officially record the final decision that ends a marriage. It records the judge's official ruling on the dissolution of the marriage and approves any agreements made by the couple regarding finances and parenting.
Where this fits in a case
JudgmentStage: Judgment
This form is used after a hearing when the judge is ready to issue the final judgment that dissolves the marriage.
Prepared by the court or clerk.
Common questions
- Who fills out this form?
- The form is used by the court, and it requires signatures from the judge and the parties involved. Great care must be taken to fill out all sections correctly.
- What does this form approve?
- It approves the dissolution of the marriage and can also approve a Separation Agreement and a Parenting Plan if the parties agree to them.
- Does this form decide everything?
- It records the final judgment, which includes the court's official orders regarding the end of the marriage.
Revision history
No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026.
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