Legal Question in Family Law in Ohio

marital separation

We have not physical lived together for 1 1/2 years. It's been two years since there has been any kind of marital relations. What is the state (Ohio) statutory waiting period for termination of marital status.


Asked on 10/23/08, 3:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Frank Rozanc Frank J. Rozanc, Esq.

Re: marital separation

The grounds for divorce that you are referring to are "living separate and apart for more than 1 year without cohabitation". If such grounds are proved in court, and not denied, a divorce will be granted. There is no termination of marriage in Ohio without a court order.

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Answered on 10/23/08, 4:02 pm


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