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Can I file for divorce on my new resident state if I was married in a different state?
Asked on Mar 18th, 2014 on Divorce - California
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I got married in California and moved out of the country. I returned to be a resident in Georgia. Can divorce be filed in Georgia?
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Steven J. Alpers, A Professional Corporation
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You must meet GA's residency laws. Consult a Georgia attorney.
Answered on Mar 19th, 2014 at 4:06 AM
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Anne B. Howard, A Professional Law Corporation
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You can file in Georgia provided you have met Georgia's residence requirements, often six months in the state and three months in the county.
Answered on Mar 18th, 2014 at 3:16 PM
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Poydasheff and Sowers, LLC
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You can file in Georgia after you meet the residency requirement of having lived in Georgia for six months.
Answered on Mar 18th, 2014 at 3:13 PM
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Law Office of Jon Rathjen
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Yes, so long as you meet Georgia residency requirements.
Answered on Mar 18th, 2014 at 1:48 PM