Find Where to File for Divorce

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Last updated 12/12/2024

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Description

Find where to file for divorce, which depend on several factors including but not limited to your county of residence. This website can help you locate the proper county in which to file.

Phone: 415-865-7796

Frequently Asked Questions

I am a victim of domestic violence and want to get divorced or legally separated. Is there anything I need to do before filing my case?
If you have been a victim of domestic violence, make a safety plan before you tell your spouse or domestic partner you want a divorce, legal separation, or annulment. Call 1-800-799-7233 (TDD: 1-800-787-3224) to find a domestic violence agency in your county.
What if I do not meet the residency requirements in my county?
If you do not meet the residency requirements in your county, you can file for legal separation, then file an amended petition for divorce in the county in which you live once their residency requirements are met.
Where can I find more FAQs regarding Divorce?
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Which county should I file for divorce in, since I have moved?
You must live in the county for 3 months and the state for 6 months before you can file for a divorce here.

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