i did in va, my husband got 10 years for rape.
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.
The cost of serving a life sentence in Georgia is estimated to be around 1 million per inmate over their lifetime. This includes expenses for housing, healthcare, and security.
How much does it cost to house an inmate in the state of Indiana for one year?
There are several counties with the name Monroe in the United States. In the Monroe county, TN jail, the cost for an inmate to marry will be the cost of the license and preacher.
It costs roughly around $62 a day. Depending on the type of prison and the crime the inmate did, the cost may be different for each.
The average cost of a divorce depends on many factors including whether there are children involved and whether the divorce is going to be contested. If you and your spouse agree to the terms of the divorce, it can cost as little as $200.
The cost of incarcerating an inmate varies based on factors such as location, type of facility, and level of security. On average, it can cost anywhere from $20,000 to $60,000 per year to keep one inmate in prison in the United States. These costs cover expenses such as housing, healthcare, food, and security.
According to the 2008 statistic from the below website the annual cost per inmate in Michigan, is $34,025.
23,000 per year for each inmate
The procedure for divorcing an incarcerated spouse is the same as it would be if said spouse were not imprisoned. That being the case, the expense depends upon who the filing spouse chooses to be their attorney. There are no provisions for state assistance or a discount in legal fees based on a spouse being incarcerated. There are legal organizations that can assist in the dissolution of marriage process based on what the petitioner can afford.
"The cost of a family divorce lawyer varies from state to state so it is difficult to say. Many custody case cost between $3000 to $5000, but can cost up to $35000 depending on how amicable the divorce is."
On average, it can cost around $30,000 to $50,000 per year to house an inmate in a state prison in the United States. This cost can vary depending on the state and the level of security required for the inmate.