Do both parties need to sign a divorce decree for it to be valid?

Full question:

Do both parties have to sign a divorce decree to be binding?

  • Category: Divorce
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  • State: Nebraska

Answer:

No, both parties do not have to sign a divorce decree for it to be binding. In certain situations, one spouse can obtain a default divorce judgment or a divorce by publication if the other spouse does not respond or appear in court.

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FAQs

If one party refuses to sign divorce papers, the other party can still proceed with the divorce. They may file for a default divorce if the non-signing spouse does not respond or appear in court. The court can grant the divorce based on the evidence presented, even without both signatures.