What is a Judgement in a divorce case?
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What is a Judgement in a divorce case?
An entry of judgment in a divorce in California is the final judgment delivered and signed by the judge presiding over your divorce proceedings. Entry of judgment by the court in your divorce case tells you that your divorce is final. Your divorce is not official until the court enters judgment.
What judge handles divorce?
In these situations, the divorce will be handled in civil or “family” court, at the county/district branch of state court where the divorce petition was filed. A single judge usually presides over the case and issues a final judgment of divorce, although one or both spouses may have the right to request a jury trial.
What is a status only judgment?
Under California Family Code Section 2337, a party may obtain what is called a “Status Only Judgment,” which is a judgment that terminates the marriage only, leaving all other issues (division of property, support, custody) to be decided at a later time.
What does date marital status terminates mean?
Judgment-Dissolution: If the judgment has a marital termination date, you are divorced. If you do not wish to remain married, you must file a Petition for Dissolution (Divorce) to begin the process of divorcing your spouse. Marital status terminated: ▪ If there is a date in this area, you are divorced as of this date.
