Divorce Decree

Simple Divorce
Statute:	§ 50-10(e)
Description	A divorce decree legally ends the marriage, altering a variety of legal rights.
Takeaway	The spouses have to live in separate buildings for one year before filing.

A divorce decree legally ends a marriage. This allows the spouses to remarry. It also severs a variety of rights related to the marriage and divorce, such as inheritance rights. However, the spouses must be living in separate buildings for one year before either can file for divorce.

Qualifying for a Divorce

Before you

Your divorce may qualify for a simplified process if:

• Separation: The spouses have been living in separate buildings for one year. This is required to qualify for a divorce decree.
• Jurisdiction: At least one spouse lives in North Carolina and has been living here for at least six months. This is required for a North Carolina court to accept jurisdiction.

• The spouse being sued for divorce (the defendant) is not in the military
• There are no other disputes in the lawsuit for child support, property/debt, etc.

Contact an Attorney

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