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You can still get a divorce when your spouse refuses or cannot be found to sign the papers. Within a few weeks the served spouse must answer whether he or she agrees with the complaint. By default in many states, a failure to answer the complaint is viewed as an agreement to its terms.
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Is there a statute of limitation on divorce my husband has remarried and i never rec'd divorce papers or divorce petition?
If you cannot be found or if you refuse to respond to a petition for divorce, that cannot prevent your spouse from obtaining a divorce. The important signature on a divorce decree is that of the judge. You should contact the court where the divorce was obtained and order a copy of the divorce decree. If you go in person, you can request to see the file and review the contents.
Legally what power does your wife have to move on with a separation and divorce if you refuse to sign the papers?
If most states, you do not need to prove "fault" to get a divorce or legal separation. She can hire an attorney and proceed however she deems fit.AnswerShe has every right to proceed with the divorce. She does not have to have your permission to get a divorce. AnswerShe does not need your signature. If you refuse to sign to acknowledge that you received the petition/complaint, she will have you served. If you refuse to sign a settlement agreement, she will ask for a trial date and have the judge decide how to divide your property and to declare you divorced.
Can you refuse to sign divorce paper in Ireland?
Yes, you can refuse to sign divorce papers. The court will decide when and how the divorce is decided and closed.
Can you refuse to sign divorce papers in South Carolina?
You can refuse to sign divorce papers in Texas. The divorce will eventually move ahead and along without the signatures.
Can a spouse refuse to sign divorce papers in Iowa?
File a motion of default in the court where the original divorce petition was filed. The spouse will be notified of the action. If the spouse fails to respond, the divorce will be granted and he or she will forfeit the right to oppose the terms contained in the original petition.
If you marry an inmate in a Florida prison can you divorce him if he refuses to divorce you because you knew he was incarcerated when you married him?
He can refuse, but that will not prevent the requesting spouse receiving a divorce under the default laws.
If your spouse files for a divorce and you refuse to divorce them will a judge grant the divorce anyway?
Yes - if you live within a jurisdiction with "no-fault" divorce laws. Where "at-fault divorce" laws are in effect, a party requesting a divorce must demonstrate that there are grounds for the divorce. If, for example, someone files for divorce on the grounds of adultery in a jurisdiction where "at-fault divorce" is the law, and the other spouse disputes the grounds - i.e. denies adultery took place and refuses to agree to the divorce, a judge may deny the divorce petition. In some jurisdictions men may divorce their wives at-will, but women may not divorce their husbands without their husband's consent.
In Texas what happens when a husband wants a divorce but the wife does not?
The wife cannot refuse to divorce her husband, but she can contest the terms of the dissolution of marriage petition which usually causes the proceedings to be lengthy and expensive for all parties. If there is no disagreement on the terms and the non filing spouse refuses to accept the divorce summons the requesting spouse can file under the state's default laws.
Are you legally able to refuse to be served divorce papers in Michigan?
You can refuse to be served. Refusing to accept divorce documents will not stop a divorce. Your spouse can get a divorce whether you cooperate or not. It may take a little longer. If you continue to ignore the proceeding your spouse can eventually obtain a divorce in your absence and your interests will not be represented.You can refuse to be served. Refusing to accept divorce documents will not stop a divorce. Your spouse can get a divorce whether you cooperate or not. It may take a little longer. If you continue to ignore the proceeding your spouse can eventually obtain a divorce in your absence and your interests will not be represented.You can refuse to be served. Refusing to accept divorce documents will not stop a divorce. Your spouse can get a divorce whether you cooperate or not. It may take a little longer. If you continue to ignore the proceeding your spouse can eventually obtain a divorce in your absence and your interests will not be represented.You can refuse to be served. Refusing to accept divorce documents will not stop a divorce. Your spouse can get a divorce whether you cooperate or not. It may take a little longer. If you continue to ignore the proceeding your spouse can eventually obtain a divorce in your absence and your interests will not be represented.
Can your husband still divorce you if you refuse to sign the divorce papers?
simply put. YES simply put. YES
Can you refuse to be divorced?
Yes, you can, but if one person wants a divorce, it can be made to happen. The refusal of one person to be divorced will not stop the process, as the other party and the court will proceed and the divorce will be granted.
Can a wife in IL refuse to agreed to a divorce filed by her husband?
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