Full question:
If a U.S. couple marries in the Carribean, doesn't file the necessary paperwork after returning to the U.S., and then decides to terminate the union, is a formal divorce required or any other legal paperwork in the US to terminate the union or can the couple simply part ways with no paperwork required?
- Category: Marriage
- Date:
- State: Missouri
Answer:
The need for a formal divorce depends on whether the marriage was legally valid. If the couple did not file the necessary paperwork or obtain a marriage license, the marriage may not be recognized legally. In such cases, a divorce is not required. However, it's advisable to contact the court clerk where the marriage application was submitted to understand local procedures for clearing court records and preventing any confusion.
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