QUESTION
If I got married in one state, can I file for divorce in the state where I live now?
Asked on Apr 11th, 2014 on Divorce - Wisconsin
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You do NOT have to get divorced in the same state where you got married, so long as the state where you now live has the appropriate jurisdiction based on residence. Good luck.
Answered on Apr 14th, 2014 at 11:12 AM
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Yes as long as you meet residency requirements. Florida is 181 days.
Answered on Apr 14th, 2014 at 6:42 AM
Yes, you may file for divorce in the Jurisdiction of your residence.
Answered on Apr 14th, 2014 at 6:41 AM
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Yes, as long as you meet the new state's residency requirements. Florida requires you to be a resident for 6 months prior to filing for a dissolution of marriage.
Answered on Apr 14th, 2014 at 6:40 AM
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Yes, as long as you meet the residency requirements.
Answered on Apr 11th, 2014 at 7:51 PM