What is a fault divorce?

A fault divorce is a type of divorce granted in the state of Kansas when one spouse is found to be legally responsible for the breakdown of the marriage. This can be due to grounds such as adultery, abandonment, cruelty, or imprisonment. In a fault divorce, the spouse who is found to be at fault is solely responsible for the end of the marriage and is not entitled to any of the marital assets. In Kansas, fault divorces are typically more expensive and time consuming than no-fault divorces. This is because the court will need to prove that one spouse was at fault before granting the divorce. This requires evidence to be submitted, which can include witness testimony and documents. Kansas is also a no-fault state, meaning a spouse does not need to prove that the other spouse was at fault in order to get a divorce. In a no-fault divorce, the court simply acknowledges that the marriage is no longer viable and grants the divorce without assigning blame. This type of divorce is usually less expensive and faster than a fault divorce.

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