What is the legal process for dissolving a civil union?
In South Carolina, dissolving a civil union follows a similar process as getting divorced. However, there are some exceptions due to the fact that civil union dissolutions are not officially recognized in the state’s divorce laws. The first step is to file a petition for dissolution of a civil union in the appropriate family court in South Carolina. You must include information such as addresses, contact information, the date of the civil union, and other relevant information. This petition will be considered an “uncontested dissolution” if both parties agree to end the civil union. If one party does not agree to the dissolution, it will be considered a “contested dissolution.” If the dissolution is uncontested, a judge will issue a Decree of Dissolution if there is no minor child. If there is a child involved, the court will issue a Consent Order, which includes the rights and responsibilities of each party and also outlines the terms of the dissolution. The court will then set a hearing date to consider the dissolution of the civil union. Both parties must appear in court for the hearing. A judge will then make a ruling as to the dissolution of the civil union and any other issues that may have arisen. Once the dissolution is finalized, the parties will no longer be bound by the provisions of the civil union. The dissolution of a civil union is a legal process and should not be taken lightly. It is important to seek legal counsel when considering dissolving a civil union in South Carolina.
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