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Can I serve divorce papers on my spouse from another state?

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Can a spouse be served divorce papers in the state of Maryland when you are filing from Alabama?

  • Category: Divorce
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  • State: Alabama

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Yes, a spouse can be served divorce papers in Maryland even if the filing occurs from Alabama.

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Yes, the state in which you file for divorce can impact various aspects of the process, including residency requirements, division of assets, and child custody laws. Each state has its own laws governing divorce, so it's important to understand the implications of filing in a particular state.

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