Divorce Filing State Options
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If you live in New York but dont meet its residency requirements for divorce, consider filing in Georgia or Indiana. Georgia requires six months of residency, while Indiana requires six months in the state and three months in the county. Both states have specific forms and waiting periods: 30 days in Georgia and 60 days in Indiana.Full Conversation
I am trying to file for divorce. We don’t have children together or any assets that needs to be divided
Hi ****! Filing for divorce can be straightforward when there are no children or assets involved. Could you please tell me which state you're in? Different states have different procedures and requirements for filing for divorce.
We got married in GA. I am currently living in New York. He lives in Indiana.
Hey ****! Since you currently live in New York, you can file for divorce there. Here are the basic requirements for filing:
- You must have lived in New York for at least two years, or
- You lived in New York for one year and got married in New York, or
- You lived in New York for one year and you and your spouse lived in New York as a married couple.
Do any of these apply to your situation?
No
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Since none of these residency requirements apply to your situation, you might consider filing for divorce in either Georgia (where you got married) or Indiana (where your spouse lives). Each state has its own residency requirements and procedures.
Would you like more information about filing for divorce in Georgia or Indiana?
Yes.
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Sure, ****! Here is some general information about filing for divorce in Georgia and Indiana:
Georgia:
- Residency: Either spouse must have lived in Georgia for at least six months before filing.
- Forms: You will need to file a Complaint for Divorce and other required documents.
- Waiting Period: There is a mandatory *-day waiting period after filing.
Indiana:
- Residency: Either spouse must have lived in Indiana for at least six months and in the county where you file for at least three months.
- Forms: You will need to file a Petition for Dissolution of Marriage and other required documents.
- Waiting Period: There is a mandatory *-day waiting period after filing.
Would you like more detailed information about the process for either state?
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