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My wife filed for divorce in Ohio. Does Ohio have jurisdiction over me?
Asked on Feb 10th, 2014 on Divorce - Ohio
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We were married in Texas. Never lived in Ohio. Wife went to Ohio to assist sick parents. After six months, she filed for divorce in Ohio. Does the court have jurisdiction to proceed with the divorce in Ohio? I still live in Texas. Also, she has made domestic violence allegations. How would that possibly affect the case?
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Yes, if your wife has lived in Ohio for at least six months then Ohio is a proper jurisdiction for her to file a divorce action.
Regarding the domestic violence allegations it should not affect the case regarding the distribution of marital assets but if there are any minor children involved it could affect the determination of parental rights and responsibilities (aka custody) it could have some bearing on that. Now keep in mind, allegations are one thing, but a domestic violence conviction is completely different.
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Answered on Feb 11th, 2014 at 3:24 PM
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