QUESTION
Is there a time limit in filing a divorce?
Asked on Mar 14th, 2014 on Divorce - Pennsylvania
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I was wondering if there is a certain amount of time before I can file for divorce in Pennsylvania. I want to get a divorce as soon as possible, but I also need to file a protection from abuse before hand, because I fear for my life after I am able to do this. My husband is currently incarcerated, but once he is released, I do not know how he will react and I cannot put anything past him.
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You can file any time. If it is a consent divorce (agreed to), you need only wait 90 days after the complaint is filed and served. If one party doesn't consent, you need to wait 2 years after the date of separation before one party can start moving toward divorce.
Answered on Mar 14th, 2014 at 11:13 PM
William R. Pelger, Attorney Munhall, Pennsylvania 412-461-1900