Can I receive a waiver of service in a military divorce?

Yes, in Nebraska you may be able to receive a waiver of service in a military divorce. A waiver of service is provided to military members when, due to their service, they cannot legally be served with divorce paperwork. In order to qualify for a waiver of service in Nebraska, you must be actively serving in the United States military, either in the military reserves, National Guard, or as a full-time member of any of the armed forces. You must also provide a copy of your military orders, as well as a written statement that you are currently serving in a military unit and your current duty station. Once you have submitted the documents, the court may grant you a waiver of service, meaning that you will not have to be personally served with the divorce papers. Instead, the other party can serve you by leaving a copy of the documents with another responsible adult at your duty station, or by sending the documents through the military command’s mail system. It is important to note that a waiver of service does not necessarily eliminate your responsibility in the divorce proceedings. In most cases, you are still obligated to respond to any court filings or appear in court if summoned, even if you have been granted a waiver of service.

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