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    Default Divorce of a Prison Inmate in Arkansas

    My question involves a marriage in the state of: Arkansas
    My husband abandoned me and was subsequently arrested and sentenced to prison for several years for possession of drugs and paraphernalia, etc. I am permanently and fully disabled. Am I entitled to a divorce in this state, based on these grounds, upon which grounds should I claim a divorce, and am I entitled to a "free" divorce in any way? Also, to what marital property am I legally entitled to?

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    Default Re: Divorce of a Prison Inmate in Arkansas

    Every state in the nation now allows no fault divorce, so you don't need to worry about grounds.

    If by "free" divorce, you mean representing yourself, and you're up to the task, then you can proceed without a lawyer. In terms of filing fees, if you have limited income and resources you can inquire with the court about whether you qualify for a waiver of fees based upon indigency. You can also see if you qualify for assistance through legal aid, although they tend to be busy.

    Broadly speaking, you're entitled to half of the marital estate. Without knowing anything about the estate or its assets, it's difficult to be more specific.

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