What is a no fault divorce?

Answer 1

Rhode Island is a "no fault state".

A no fault divorce in Rhode Island simply means that a fault grounds are not necessary in order to obtain a divorce in Rhode Island. In other words, all the parties have to prove to obtain a divorce in Rhode Island is irreconcilable differences that led to the breakdown of the marriage. However, the parties are free to allege other various fault grounds as a cause of the break up of the marriage. Even if a divorce is a "no fault " divorce it does not necessarily mean that it will be an uncontested divorce.

What does a "no fault" divorce mean in Rhode Island?

In some states, it is necessary to prove fault grounds in order to obtain a divorce. Under Rhode Island divorce and family law, it is not necessary to prove fault grounds in order to obtain an absolute divorce. All you need to do is prove irreconcilable differences in order to get a divorce. Irreconcilable differences can be anything from lack of communication, different goals and aspirations, affairs, domestic violence, arguing, fell out of love or actually anything. In other words, if either party wants to terminate the marriage, then that party can get a divorce in Rhode Island so long as the other jurisdictional requirements in Rhode Island are met.

Answer 2

No fault divorce is a divorce in which neither party must show any wrongdoing or misconduct by the other party. There are different kinds of no fault divorce grounds in different jurisdictions.