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I left my husband because of severe verbal abuse. I want a divorce. How long will I have to wait to begin divorce proceedings? We have no children together and no property together. We have been married only 17 months.
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There is no waiting period to file for divorce. However, for the State of Michigan to have jurisdiction, you do have to have resided in the state for at least 180 days, and in your county for at least 10 days. Once you file for divorce, there is a 60 day waiting period before the divorce can be granted. I hope this helps.
Answered on Feb 13th, 2013 at 12:48 AM
Dennis P. Mikko
Michigan is a no-fault divorce state so you could file for divorce immediately. Once you file, there would be a mandatory 60 day waiting period before the Court could enter a Judgment of Divorce.
Answered on Feb 12th, 2013 at 11:43 PM
You can initiate a divorce immediately.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:51 PM
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You can begin the process at any time. Consult with an attorney to discuss your options and expectations further.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:51 PM
There is no waiting period in California, you may file immediately. You should consult a family law attorney or facilitator about the necessary forms and if a restraining order should be requested.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:51 PM
You may start divorce proceedings at any time. There is no pre-filing waiting period.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:50 PM
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If you are in Florida, you can begin divorce proceedings immediately. There is no legal separation or required separation period in Florida. You should consult with an attorney to assist you in handling the process properly.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:50 PM
Steven D. Dunnings
You don't have to wait to file in Michigan.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:49 PM
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You can file immediately in Michigan if you have been a resident of the state for 180 days.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:49 PM
In Arizona, there is no waiting period. As long as either (or both) of you has lived here for more than 90 days before you file, you can file immediately. I recommend you consult with an attorney to discuss this matter in greater detail.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:48 PM
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File today. Get him served. In Idaho, if he doesn't respond in 20 days, file for a default judgment. Of course, if he files an answer it will take longer. I suggest you talk with a local attorney. It may be easier and quicker if you both agree on the details before you file.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:48 PM
John Arthur Smitten
It will take anywhere from 2-6 months (mainly because courts are slow).
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:47 PM
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In Kansas, there is no waiting period before you can file the divorce. Unless emergency circumstances exist, there is a 60 day waiting period from the date you file the divorce, until the judge can grant the divorce.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:47 PM
It sounds like your grounds would be mental cruelty. You will have to serve your husband, which the sheriff has 30 days to serve him and then he has 30 days from the date of serve to file his answer/appearance.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:47 PM
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You can file anytime but it will not be final until you are separated for 6 months.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:47 PM
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You can file for divorce at any time. Have him personally served by someone else and follow the rules about disclosures etc. You may be able to get some spousal support and a contribution towards your attorney fees if he earns more than you do.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:46 PM
Theodora B. Fader
If you are in Michigan, you must be a resident of the State of Michigan for at least 180 days and a resident of the county in which you file for at least 10 days before you file your complaint for divorce.
Answered on Feb 11th, 2013 at 2:45 PM