Results 1 to 4 of 4

Hybrid View

  1. #1
    Join Date
    Sep 2009
    Posts
    3

    Default Divorce Procedure If Spouse Won't Sign Papers

    I plan to file for divorce in Oklahoma. There are no children and no contested property. What is the procedure if she refuses to sign divorce papers? Can I still get divorced? Thank you.

  2. #2
    Join Date
    Sep 2009
    Location
    Minneapolis/St. Paul area
    Posts
    497

    Default Re: Divorce Procedure If Spouse Won't Sign Papers

    As far as I know, it shouldn't be a problem. All court papers have timelines attached to them. If she refuses to respond or sign the papers, the courts typically view that as acquiesing; it's taken as a "no contest" response.

    When my folks divorced, for example, my dad did actually contest the divorce, but when the time came for the hearing, he failed to appear. The divorce was granted, and because of his "no show", Mom got everything.

    I suspect that the same will hold true for you. She may not sign, but eventually her time period will lapse and you'll be granted a divorce basically by default.

    But you should probably check with a lawyer just to be sure.

  3. #3
    Join Date
    Sep 2009
    Posts
    3

    Default Re: Divorce Procedure If Spouse Won't Sign Papers

    I appreciate your response, however, I would also appreciate hearing from a lawyer. Thank you

  4. #4
    Join Date
    Sep 2005
    Location
    Behind a Desk
    Posts
    98,846

    Default Re: Divorce Procedure If Spouse Won't Sign Papers

    If you are unable to settle your divorce, you go to hearing. If the other side doesn't appear and defend you can enter a default. If they do, the matter will be scheduled for a hearing or trial.

    1. Sponsored Links
       

Similar Threads

  1. Divorce: How to Get the Other Spouse to Sign Divorce Papers
    By kimg in forum Divorce, Annulment and Separation
    Replies: 3
    Last Post: 03-26-2011, 10:05 AM
  2. Divorce: Husband Won't Sign Divorce Papers, Baby on the Way with Boyfriend
    By Jodi in forum Divorce, Annulment and Separation
    Replies: 4
    Last Post: 09-09-2009, 02:03 PM
  3. Divorce: Husband Will Not Sign Divorce Papers
    By rushunda in forum Divorce, Annulment and Separation
    Replies: 6
    Last Post: 05-19-2009, 06:23 PM
  4. Having Someone Else's Child, But Spouse Refuses To Sign Divorce Papers
    By JoyBelle in forum Child Custody, Support and Visitation
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 03-31-2008, 12:25 AM
  5. Divorce: Not wanting to sign divorce papers, Florida
    By LPNmommy in forum Divorce, Annulment and Separation
    Replies: 2
    Last Post: 11-03-2006, 10:48 AM
 
 
Sponsored Links

Legal Help, Information and Resources