QUESTION
Is abandonment of home a valid ground for divorce?
Asked on Aug 05th, 2015 on Divorce - California
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Thank you, this couple has been separated for over 5 years. A divorce was filed, but never attended by the other party. Can a new suit commence based on abandonment of home?
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Law Office of Julie A. Ringquist
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California and most (if not all) other states, don't' require any "grounds" for divorce other than one party wants a divorce (irreconcilable differences). If the case didn't finalize, and hasn't been dismissed, you can use the same court case number and not have to pay filing fees again.
Answered on Aug 06th, 2015 at 4:12 AM
You don't need specific grounds in California. All you need is irreconcilable differences. If you want divorce, go ahead and file.
Answered on Aug 06th, 2015 at 4:06 AM
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Grounds for a divorce (or nullity in some cases) are: 1. Irreconcilable Differences. 2. Incurable Insanity. 3. Incestuous Marriage. 4. Bigamous Marriage. 5. Underage at time of marriage. 6. Prior existing marriage. 7. Unsound Mind. 8. Fraud. 9. Force. 10. Physical Incapacity.
Answered on Aug 05th, 2015 at 6:28 PM