When can I get a divorce?

In Minnesota, you can file for a divorce when you meet the residency requirements. You need to have either lived in the state for at least 180 days, or you are a member of the armed forces and have been stationed in the state for at least 180 days. When filing for divorce, you must demonstrate a legal cause for the divorce, which can include the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage or irreconcilable differences. Incurable insanity or a felony conviction of the other spouse is also grounds for divorce in Minnesota. If you have minor children, you will also need to show that both parents have made adequate arrangements for support, education, and maintenance of the child. This means that you must detail custody and support arrangements that you and your spouse have agreed upon. If parents are unable to make their own arrangements, the court will decide an appropriate plan. If you have met the requirements and you have the appropriate paperwork, you can file for divorce with the appropriate district court. The court may ask for additional information before a divorce can be granted. Before a divorce is finalized, there may be a period of waiting, and if both parties agree, it is possible to get a divorce faster.

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