Legal Question in Family Law in Ohio
Marriage and divorce
I was married in Jamaica in 1996. I am listed as married on the federal tax forms and file jointly. Is there anything special I need to do to get a divorce, i.e. can I file here in the U. S. or do I need to go through Jamaican courts?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Marriage and divorce
Ohio has a 6 month residency requirement. In other words you have to live in Ohio for at least 6 months in order to file for divorce. I do not know how this would affect you immigration status if you are an alien.
Re: Marriage and divorce
Ohio has a six-month residency requirement before you can receive a divorce. As long as you meet any other state requirements, it does not matter that you were married in Jamaica.
This message is intended as general information only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. For your specific situation, I suggest retaining an attorney.
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