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How to divorce an inmate
Me and my ex are currently
married he’s currently
incarcerated. I have kids
outside the marriage to support
so i dont have funding to do so.
Also we have no joint assets or
anything like that. What is
going to be my best course of
action to divorce him?
Asked on July 13, 2019 under Family Law, Missouri
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
If your husband is incarcerated, the good news is that you don’t have to stay married to him. The bad news is that it might cost a little more to divorce him, depending on where you live, since bein an inmate may slow down the proceedings. For example, depending onstate law, he may need to be represented by counsel. Also, serving divorce papers may require an extra step. Therefore, you may want to consult directly with a lcoal divorce attorney who can best advise you further.
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 4 years ago | Contributor
If your husband is incarcerated, the good news is that you don’t have to stay married to him. The bad news is that it might cost a little more to divorce him, depending on where you live, since bein an inmate may slow down the proceedings. For example, depending onstate law, he may need to be represented by counsel. Also, serving divorce papers may require an extra step. Therefore, you may want to consult directly with a lcoal divorce attorney who can best advise you further.
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