How long do you have to live in a state before you can file for divorce?
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How long do you have to live in a state before you can file for divorce?
In California, the residency requirements are that a spouse must live here for at least six months and at least three months in the specific county in which the divorce is to be filed in order to authorize the state’s jurisdiction.
Which state has jurisdiction over divorce?
A: The home state of the child has custody jurisdiction, unless one state asserts continuing jurisdiction. The state that rendered the original custody decree can assert jurisdiction in any modification proceeding as long as one of the parties remains a resident and that state has jurisdiction under its own laws.
How does divorce work if you live in different states?
If you and your spouse live in different states but want to divorce, it is possible to do so. Still, you need to meet the residency requirements of the state where you file for divorce. If your spouse filed for divorce first in a different state, that filing and that state’s laws usually control the proceeding.
