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You file for divorce in prison the same way you would file if you were not in prison. The main problem you have is availability of resources. Get a good friend to mail you everything you need. I would recommend a divorce kit from your local Office Max or Office Depot.
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∙ 18y ago
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∙ 17y agoIs there a Law Library available to you? If so, the librarian can assist you. If no Law Library is available get a phone book (if you can) and go the attorney section and try to find a public defender-type attorney. If you can't get a phone book and you're writing someone in free world ask them to find a couple of addresses for you to write to. Sometimes you can even talk to the officers that work at your facility and they MIGHT help you...you're probably taking a chance there, but you never know. Don't try to establish an inappropriate relationship--waayyyy wrong idea. But there might be a boss or two that could give you some direction. * All state and federal prison system have contracted legal counsel usually referred to as Prisoner Legal Services. A divorce package can be obtained through this service. Ask the cell block supervisor, the chaplain or whomever is in charge of prisoner communications for the contact information. Incarcerated persons do not qualify for public defenders when it pertains to civil matters.
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∙ 14y agoUnder th eSuprme Court findings in Bodie v Connecticut and Love v Love, an inmate can access the court for a variety of reasons and divorce will be one of them. Antolin Andrew Marks. If the inmate was prevented from so filing, he could bring a mandamus action to direct that his matter be filed. AntolinAndrew Marks.
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∙ 9y agoAn inmate needs to file a petition for divorce either through the prison library or a court appointed attorney. They can also do this themselves.
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∙ 13y agoSame way you divorce anybody else, except that you have the inmate served with papers in prison, so you can take a default if the inmate doesn't sign the papers.
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∙ 16y agoCan an inmate in Texas file for a divorce and do the work himself while being incarcerated when his wife lives in another state?
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∙ 9y agoAn inmate can file for a divorce just like anyone else. The inmate can hire an attorney to file the paperwork for him or get a family member to start the proceedings.
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∙ 6y agoSame as you divorce anybody else, but you have the inmate served with papers in prison, so if the inmate doesn't sign the papers, you can take a default judgment.
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∙ 12y agoGet a lawyer to do it.
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Where do you file for divorce you were married in New York and now you reside in Houston Texas?
File where you live now, Houston.
What paperwork is needed for a divorce?
In order to file for a divorce, you have to be legally separated. You can file these papers on your own or hire an attorney. After a legal separation and a time period, you can then file for divorce or dissolution.
Can a teenager file for a divorce from one parent?
Yes, it's called emancipation.
What case can I file to my husband who has a a child with another woman?
If the child was conceived AFTER your marriage , it is grounds for divorce.
You are a federal inmate in SC who wants a divorce from your wife in NC?
Just wait until you get out, or if she wants it too it'd be a whole lot easier for her to file for it since she's not stuck in jail. ADDED: I notice that your question doesn't mention that SHE wants a divorce from you. Although it would probably be easier for her to file for divorce in NC (if she even wants one) it IS possible for you to do it 'Pro Se' while in federal custody in SC (It's a little more difficult - But HEY, you've got nothing but time, right?). If she wishes to contest your request for divorce and if the two of you have any children it could really open a can of worms. If you have access to any legal aid while in prison see if you can get an appointment to talk with them. You aren't the first person to ever get divorced while in jail, so, it CAN be done.
How to to divorce a TDC inmate?
How do I divorce an inmate in TexasAnswerdivorce an inmate in Texas
How much would it cost to file for divorce in milan county Texas?
In most Texas counties, it costs between $200-$250 to file for divorce In most Texas counties, it costs between $200-$250 to file for divorce
Your daughter needs to divorce a Texas inmate how?
If he had the civil rights to marry her, he should have the rights to divorce. Incarceration is grounds for divorce in many states.
How do you divorce an inmate in California if you live in Oregon?
An inmate can be served divorce papers while in a California prison from a spouse in Oregon. An attorney will need to be hired to file the paperwork in the state of Oregon.
What are the procedures for getting a divorce from an inmate?
Essentially, the procedures are the same as if he were not an inmate. You will file the divorce. He will be served papers. Where it differs is he may not be (likely will not be) writted out so that he can attend any court hearings.
In Texas Can an inmate file charges against another inmate while in jail for throwing urine on them and for verbally threatening to kill the inmate and inmate's family?
It is unlikely that they could file a valid criminal complaint against the other inmate but you could file an internal complaint with the jail administration.
How do you divorce an prison inmate in Alabama?
It is really quite easy to divorce a prison inmate in the state of Alabama. First, one would need to retain a lawyer. Then the lawyer will file the necessary paperwork to get the divorce started.
Can you file in for divorce in Texas if you married in Florida?
You file divorce in the state in which you are a resident, regardless of where you were married. So if you are resident of TX, that's where you file for divorce.
Do you have to live apart to file for divorce in Texas?
No. There is no law stating that you have to live apart from your spouse to file for a divorce. :)
Can a prison inmate in Florida file for divorce without going to courtwhat about the cost of the divorcehow can he pay?
The inmate has to ask for a law clerk to first draw up the papers, be sure to include an "indignet" (not sure on spelling) paper. The divorce papers and the other form are then submitted to the clerk of the court in the county in which that inmate is residing ( for instance if he were at Polk C.I. he'd send them to Bartow). I believe the fee is $1.00. I know for a spouse to file to divorce an inmate the cost is a dollar.
How do you file for divorce from an Ohio inmate?
The process is the same as if the person being served were not incarcerated. The party requesting the dissolution of the marriage files suit in the state court in the county in which he or she currently resides.
How does a federal inmate file for divorce for free?
If the prisoner is not going to contest the divorce, have the spouse file for an un-contested divorce in their local court. The case will eventually be heard and if the prisoner returns all the completed paperwork that he will be sent, there should be no problem with it.
