Am I Legally Married if I think my Wife Used a Fake Name and Social When We Got Married?

Full question:

If my wife knowingly gave a false social security number and I think even a false name, am I legally married since she left me 5 years ago and I have not heard from her since.

  • Category: Divorce
  • Date:
  • State: Nebraska

Answer:

An annulment can be obtained in situations where the original marriage was illegal. For example, if either party was still married to someone else at the time of the marriage in question. Annulment may also be available if one of the parties was impotent or mentally ill at the time of the marriage, or if one of the parties used fraud of force to coerce the other party into marriage. A marriage can be annulled if the parties were too closely related to one another to be able to marry under Nebraska law. The procedure for an annulment is the same as that for a divorce, except that the annulment becomes final immediately upon entry of the court order.

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If you marry someone for the sole purpose of obtaining citizenship and then divorce, the marriage may be scrutinized by immigration authorities. If it's determined that the marriage was fraudulent, it can lead to legal consequences for both parties, including potential deportation for the non-citizen spouse. However, if the marriage was legitimate and lasted for at least two years, the non-citizen may be eligible for a green card even after divorce. It's important to consult with an immigration attorney for specific guidance.