Filing for Dissolution in Wyandot County

Reviewed by Stephanie Green · Managing Partner & Co-Founder · Last updated June 11, 2026

Wyandot County, Ohio · Upper Sandusky

A dissolution is the no-fault, fully agreed way to end a marriage: both spouses jointly file a petition with a complete, signed separation agreement (and a parenting plan and support worksheet if there are children). Nobody sues anybody — the court reviews and approves the agreement at a single hearing 30 to 90 days after filing. In Wyandot County, both spouses' financial affidavits are due at filing, and the deposit is a flat $350 at the General Division of the Court of Common Pleas.

How do I file for dissolution in Wyandot County, Ohio?

Both spouses sign the Petition for Dissolution (Form 17), the Separation Agreement (Form 19), and the proposed Decree (Form 18), then file jointly with the Wyandot County Clerk of Courts and the flat $350 deposit. Local Rule 4.1 requires both parties to file Affidavit 1 (Income & Expenses) and Affidavit 2 (Property) with the petition; with children, add Affidavit 3, Affidavit 4, the support worksheet, a parenting plan, and a IV-D application. The final hearing is held 30 to 90 days after filing. Pro se filers must paper-file — no e-filing.

Ohio Divorce by the Numbers

6 months Ohio residency required before you can file Source: Ohio Revised Code § 3105.03
90 days Residency in the county of filing (venue) Source: Ohio Civ. R. 3
30–90 days Typical time to finalize an uncontested dissolution Source: Ohio Revised Code § 3105.64
1 year Living separate and apart that qualifies as no-fault grounds Source: Ohio Revised Code § 3105.01

Compare Your Options for Ending a Marriage in Ohio

Path	Ends the marriage?	Agreement required?	Best when
Dissolution	Yes	Yes — on every term before filing	Both spouses agree on everything and want the fastest, lowest-cost path
Divorce (contested)	Yes	No	Spouses disagree on property, support, or parenting and need a judge to decide
Divorce (uncontested / default)	Yes	No	One spouse will not respond or cannot be located
Legal separation	No — you stay married	Optional	You need court orders but must stay married (religion, insurance, or benefits)
Annulment	Treated as never valid	No	The marriage was never legally valid (fraud, bigamy, underage, or incapacity)

Where to File: Wyandot County Court of Common Pleas

109 S Sandusky Ave, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351
Phone: (419) 294-1432
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Website: wyandotcountyclerk.org/

Dissolution is the right path if…

You and your spouse agree on everything: property, debts, spousal support, and all parenting terms.
You both will sign the petition, separation agreement, and (if children) the parenting plan.
You want the fastest, lowest-conflict path — a single hearing 30–90 days after filing.
You or your spouse have lived in Ohio for at least 6 months.

If any issue is still unresolved — or your spouse won't sign — file a divorce instead. Compare divorce.

Filing Fees

$350 deposit (flat) · final hearing 30–90 days after filing (R.C. 3105.64) · 60-day inactivity notice, dismissal if no hearing requested within 30 more days (Local Rule 4.1) · confirm amounts with the Clerk at (419) 294-1432

Forms & Filing Packets

Joint dissolution packet (no minor children) — $350 deposit (flat)

Both spouses sign and file together. Both parties' affidavits are due at filing (Local Rule 4.1).

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Ohio SC Form 17) — Both spouses file jointly, telling the court they have a complete agreement and want the marriage dissolved.
Separation Agreement (Ohio SC Form 19) — The contract that settles property, debt, support, and parenting. Both spouses must sign in front of a notary.
Affidavit of Income & Expenses (Ohio SC Affidavit 1) — Income, expenses, and basic financial information. Each party files their own. Must be notarized.
Affidavit of Property (Ohio SC Affidavit 2) — Lists every asset and debt. Required at filing.
Case Designation Sheet (Wyandot County) — Required cover sheet that accompanies every new Common Pleas filing in Wyandot County. File it on top of your complaint or petition at the Clerk of Courts counter.
Personal Identifiers Form (Sup. R. 44–45) — Keeps Social Security numbers, account numbers, and other protected personal identifiers out of the public case file, as required by Ohio's public-access rules.
Decree of Dissolution (Ohio SC Form 18) — Proposed final order that ends the marriage and incorporates the Separation Agreement.

Joint dissolution packet (with minor children) — $350 deposit (flat)

Add the children's affidavits, the support worksheet, a parenting plan, and a IV-D application. Register for Children in Between Online.

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (Ohio SC Form 17) — Both spouses file jointly, telling the court they have a complete agreement and want the marriage dissolved.
Separation Agreement (Ohio SC Form 19) — The contract that settles property, debt, support, and parenting. Both spouses must sign in front of a notary.
Affidavit of Income & Expenses (Ohio SC Affidavit 1) — Income, expenses, and basic financial information. Each party files their own. Must be notarized.
Affidavit of Property (Ohio SC Affidavit 2) — Lists every asset and debt. Required at filing.
Parenting Proceeding / UCCJEA Affidavit (Ohio SC Affidavit 3) — Required in any case with minor children. Lists where each child has lived for the last 5 years, confirming Ohio's UCCJEA jurisdiction.
Health Insurance Affidavit (Ohio SC Affidavit 4) — Discloses whether health insurance is available for the children through either parent's employer, so the court can order medical support.
Ohio Child Support Computation Worksheet (2024 Income Shares) — Run the official Ohio Child Support Calculator, print, and sign. Required any time the court sets or changes support.
Title IV-D Child Support Services Application — Local Rule 4.1 requires a IV-D application with the Complaint (and Answer) whenever support is at issue. The Wyandot County Child Support Enforcement Agency then opens a case, calculates support, and enforces collection. Confirm the current form with the Clerk at (419) 294-1432.
Parenting Plan (Ohio SC Form 21) — Used when one parent will be designated residential parent and legal custodian.
Case Designation Sheet (Wyandot County) — Required cover sheet that accompanies every new Common Pleas filing in Wyandot County. File it on top of your complaint or petition at the Clerk of Courts counter.
Decree of Dissolution (Ohio SC Form 18) — Proposed final order that ends the marriage and incorporates the Separation Agreement.

Shared parenting add-on

Use when both parents will be designated residential parents under a shared parenting plan.

Shared Parenting Plan (Ohio SC Form 20) — Required when both parents are asking to be designated residential parents under R.C. 3109.04(G). Must be notarized.

How to File Dissolution in Wyandot County

Reach a complete agreement. Settle property, debts, spousal support, and (if children) custody, parenting time, and support before filing — a dissolution requires full agreement.
Prepare the joint packet. Both spouses sign the Petition (Form 17), Separation Agreement (Form 19), and proposed Decree (Form 18), and each completes Affidavits 1 and 2 (plus the children's affidavits, support worksheet, parenting plan, and IV-D application if applicable).
File jointly with the $350 deposit. File on paper at the Clerk of Courts with the Case Designation Sheet — pro se filers can't e-file.
Complete Children in Between Online (if children). Both parents complete the 4-hour course and file the certificate before the final hearing (Local Rule 25.1).
Request and attend the final hearing. Promptly request the hearing (don't let the 60/30-day clock run). Both spouses attend the hearing 30–90 days after filing and confirm the agreement; the judge signs the decree.

Wyandot County Practice Notes

Both parties' affidavits are due at filing. Local Rule 4.1 requires petitioner and respondent each to file Affidavit 1 (Income & Expenses) and Affidavit 2 (Property) with the petition — plus the children's affidavits and the IV-D application where children are involved. Assemble the complete packet before going to the clerk.
Mind the 60/30-day inactivity rule. If nothing happens for 60 days the court notifies the parties, and if no final hearing is requested within 30 more days the case may be dismissed (Local Rule 4.1). Calendar the hearing request immediately — this is stricter housekeeping than many counties.
Flat $350 DR deposit — no children tier. Wyandot charges a single $350 domestic relations deposit whether or not you have children (Costs & Deposits eff. 01/05/2026) — unusual among Ohio counties, which usually tier the fee. Service by publication adds $275, and a guardian ad litem deposit is $1,000. Confirm the current amount with the Clerk at (419) 294-1432.
Pro se filers cannot e-file. Local Rule 5.01 bars self-represented litigants from e-filing, and Local Rule 5.02 bars filing an original divorce complaint by fax. File on paper at the Clerk of Courts counter (109 S. Sandusky Ave., Room 31), with the Case Designation Sheet on top. Attorneys e-file through efile.henschen.com.
Children in Between Online is mandatory with minor children. Each party in a divorce, dissolution, legal separation, or juvenile custody/companionship case with minor children must complete the 4-hour Children in Between Online course and test, then file the certificate before the final hearing (Local Rule 25.1). Base price $45.95 per person for 30-day access at online.divorce-education.com; in-person alternative via the Court at (419) 294-1727; prior completion within 24 months can support a waiver.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a dissolution take in Wyandot County?: By statute (R.C. 3105.64), the final hearing is held 30 to 90 days after the joint petition is filed. Watch the local housekeeping rule: if nothing happens for 60 days the court notifies the parties, and if no final hearing is requested within 30 more days the case may be dismissed (Local Rule 4.1). Both spouses' financial affidavits are due at filing, so assemble the complete packet before going to the clerk.
How much does it cost to file for divorce or dissolution in Wyandot County?: The deposit is a flat $350 whether or not you have children (Costs & Deposits schedule effective 01/05/2026). Unlike many Ohio counties, Wyandot does not charge a separate, higher 'with children' rate. Service by publication adds $275, and if a guardian ad litem is appointed the deposit is $1,000. A fee waiver is available by filing an Affidavit of Indigency (Local Rule 18). Confirm current amounts with the Clerk at (419) 294-1432 before filing.
Does Wyandot County have a Domestic Relations court?: No. Wyandot has no separate Domestic Relations division. Divorce, dissolution, legal separation, and annulment are all heard by the General Division of the Wyandot County Court of Common Pleas, filed through the Clerk of Courts at 109 S. Sandusky Ave., Room 31, Upper Sandusky. One judge — Hon. Douglas D. Rowland — presides over all divisions (General/DR, Juvenile, and Probate).
Can I e-file my own case in Wyandot County?: No. E-filing exists through the Henschen portal, but self-represented (pro se) litigants are not permitted to e-file under Local Rule 5.01, and an original divorce complaint cannot be faxed either (Local Rule 5.02). File on paper at the Clerk of Courts counter, with the Case Designation Sheet on top.
What parenting class is required in Wyandot County, and what does it cost?: Children in Between Online — a 4-hour court-approved course with a test, required of each party in any divorce, dissolution, legal separation, or juvenile custody/companionship case with minor children (Local Rule 25.1). Complete the course and file the certificate with the Court before the final hearing. The base price is $45.95 per person for 30-day access at online.divorce-education.com (optional printed workbook and checkout fees are extra; a court-approved fee-waiver path exists). Prefer an in-person class? Contact the Court at (419) 294-1727. A certificate from completing the program within the past 24 months can support a waiver request.

Free Local Resources in Wyandot County

Wyandot County Clerk of Courts. Clerk of Courts Eileen Walton, Legal Division, 109 S. Sandusky Ave., Room 31, Upper Sandusky, OH 43351. Provides current filing fees, local forms (Case Designation Sheet, Personal Identifiers form), and filing instructions for custody, divorce, and dissolution cases. Call (419) 294-1432 or visit https://wyandotcountyclerk.org/ before filing to confirm deposits and packet requirements.
Wyandot County Child Support Enforcement Agency (CSEA). Wyandot County's IV-D agency opens child-support cases, runs wage withholding, distributes payments, and enforces orders. File a IV-D Application when establishing or modifying support.

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