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I got married 4 months ago to a man who started being verbally and physically abusive shortly after we were married. It got so bad that I told him that I am going to file a restraining order. If I do that, will it be grounds for an annulment? Or can I already file for annulment because he is abusive and we were only married 4 months ago?
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Its possible but its much easier to simply get divorced.
Answered on May 22nd, 2015 at 12:19 AM
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No annulment possible at this stage, dissolution only recourse.
Answered on May 20th, 2015 at 3:25 PM
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As long as the marriage was consummated you can get a divorce but not an annulment. You can file a domestic violence protection order if he was abusive. This has nothing to do with whether or not you get a divorce, but you can have the cases consolidated if you file for a divorce.
Answered on May 20th, 2015 at 2:46 PM
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You can request an annulment, but more likely you will qualify for a divorce. You should immediately see a family law practitioner.
Answered on May 20th, 2015 at 1:57 PM
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It's harder to get an annulment than a divorce. Why not just do it the (relatively) easy way? Consult an experienced family law attorney.
Answered on May 20th, 2015 at 1:40 PM
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Generally, an annulment isn't an option unless you meet one of the specific categories set forth in the family code. Plus, they require a hearing to prove the claim. If you are only married 4 months and there is likely no community property to divide, it is quicker and easier to just file for divorce.
Answered on May 20th, 2015 at 1:13 PM