What happens when a divorce is in default?
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What happens when a divorce is in default?
A divorce by default occurs when the person who files for divorce does not receive a timely response from the other spouse. If the defendant continues to not respond, the petitioner will receive the divorce decree according to his or her wishes, since the defendant was not around to contest anything.
Can I remarry without getting a divorce in India?
You cannot get married without getting a divorce order from the court. It is an offence under the Indian penal code to get married while one has got a spouse living. No matter even if the spouse agrees for that. If your partner is ready to file a joint petition for divorce, it will be got by 6 months time.
What is the punishment for second marriage without divorce in India?
Sec 494 of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 notes that whoever is found guilty of bigamy shall be punished with an imprisonment term ranging up to 7 years and shall also be liable to fine.
What is the punishment for second marriage in India?
The punishment for bigamy is imprisonment, which may extend till 7 years or fine or both. In case the person charged of bigamy has performed the second marriage by hiding the fact of first marriage, then he shall be punished with imprisonment of up to 10 years or fine or both.
