Legal Question in Family Law in California

Divorce for a marriage registered in India

Hello,

I would like to know if it is allowed to obtain divorce in Unites States for a marriage that is registered in India. If so, is it acceptable by the Indian constitution?

What is the typical procedure followed? How long does the procedure typically take?


Asked on 6/05/08, 9:19 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: Divorce for a marriage registered in India

File in the county where the parties live. Does your spouse still live in India? Contact me directly.

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Answered on 6/06/08, 1:38 pm
PATRICK MCCRARY PATRICK MCCRARY

Re: Divorce for a marriage registered in India

A divorce is properly granted in the county, state and country of the residence of the party requesting the divorce. In California you must be a resident of the State for six months and the county for three months. If divorces are recognized in India then a California divorce should be recognized, but to be sure you should check with an attorney in India. I have never heard that they are not recognized. Good Luck, Pat McCrary

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Answered on 6/06/08, 4:41 pm


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