You asked: my husband is currently incarcerated in New Castle, IN Prison. I want to divorce him before he gets out which is June 22,2012. I need to know how?Additional Details:I need to know if I can file this divorce myself? I do not have any money and am currently living with my mother taking care of our three children. Is it free to divorce an inmate? my husband is currently incarcerated in New Castle, IN Prison. I want to divorce him before he gets out which is June 22,2012. I need to know how?Additional Details:I need to know if I can file this divorce myself? I do not have any money and am currently living with my mother taking care of our three children. Is it free to divorce an inmate?
I am a Michigan attorney, but may be able to give you some guidance. While no one wants to have to pay an attorney, I strongly recommend that you consult with a local attorney because there are custody and parenting time issues involved. Michigan has a 6 month waiting period. I do not know if there is a waiting period in Indiana. You may want to call the local bar association to see if there is a Legal Aid or Pro Bono Legal Services available. Also, if you are unable to use an attorney, you should check with the Court to see if they have forms you could file and whether the Court will waive the filing fee because of your financial situation.
Stu Shafer
Answered on Apr 03rd, 2012 at 5:54 PM