A divorce decree is a legal document signed by the judge that officially terminates the marriage. The divorce decree typically includes the judge’s ruling on all matters related to the marriage and any minor children—including division of marital or community property, payment of marital or community debts, spousal support, child custody, child visitation, child support, any obligation to provide health insurance for minor children, and the payment of extracurricular expenses for minor children.

These determinations or rulings set forth in the divorce decree become legally enforceable obligations when the judge signs the divorce decree—and may be enforced by further legal action in the court if one or both of the former spouses fail to comply with the terms of the divorce decree.

In Idaho, a divorce decree is the final legal document that marks the end of a marriage, issued after the court has made decisions on all pertinent issues. The decree includes the division of marital property and debts, alimony (spousal support), and if applicable, child custody, visitation rights, child support, health insurance provisions for children, and payment for children's extracurricular activities. These decisions are based on Idaho's community property laws, which dictate that all property acquired during the marriage is owned equally by both spouses. The decree is legally binding once signed by the judge, and failure to comply with its terms can result in legal consequences. Non-compliant parties may be subject to enforcement actions, which can include wage garnishments, liens, contempt of court proceedings, and other legal measures to ensure compliance with the divorce decree.