Why would a divorce be dismissed?

Why would a divorce be dismissed?

A divorce case may be dismissed if the person who filed for divorce withdraws the request. This can be done if the respondent did not answer the divorce petition. The court may move to dismiss a divorce case if no activity has been made in a certain period of time, which is typically one year from the filing date.

Can you reopen a dismissed divorce case?

You can attempt to have the case reopened through filing a motion to reopen. However, the decision to reopen is up to the judge, and one major thing the judge will consider is the length of time the case has been dismissed.

Can you stop an uncontested divorce?

Thanks to no-fault divorce laws there is no legal way to stop a divorce once the process begins. However, if you and your spouse decide to reconcile, the legal process can be stopped by withdrawing the petition for divorce. This would have to be done by the spouse who filed the original divorce petition.

How do you research a death record?

For persons you find in the California Birth Index and California Death Index 1940-1997, you can order a copy of the death certificate via ancestry.com for a fee. Just go to Ancestry.com and find your person by using keywords (name) and other info you have.

What is the difference between a full birth certificate and a short one?

Short-form birth certificates, which contain only the child’s details. Long-form birth certificates (also known as ‘Full’ or ‘A4′ certificates), which include both the child’s and the parents’ details.

What is a certified informational copy?

This is the type of copy you need to prove your identity. Informational Certified Copy — An “informational” certified birth certificate contains the same information as an authorized copy, but it is not considered an official record of your identity.

What is heirloom certificate?

A heirloom birth certificate is a personalized birth certificate with specially designed details and background security features. It has usally an engraved intaglio border, a gold embossed seal, and it is printed on heirloom-quality paper.