No-Fault Divorce in Nevada
State-specific overview · Family Law
Nevada permits no-fault divorce based on incompatibility with no mandatory waiting period after filing.
How Nevada treats No-Fault Divorce
Nevada allows either spouse to file for divorce on grounds of incompatibility, which is the state's no-fault ground. Unlike many states, Nevada has no mandatory waiting period between filing and finalization, allowing the divorce to proceed relatively quickly once filed. The court divides community property equally and determines spousal support and child custody according to Nevada law. Nevada also recognizes living separate and apart as grounds for divorce, though this typically requires a longer separation period.
The general definition of No-Fault Divorce
A divorce granted without requiring either spouse to prove wrongdoing by the other.
A no-fault divorce is a divorce where neither spouse has to prove that the other did something wrong, like infidelity or abuse. Instead, one or both spouses simply state that the marriage is irretrievably broken or that they have irreconcilable differences. This is the most common type of divorce in the United States today. No-fault divorces are generally faster and less contentious than fault-based divorces because they don't require gathering evidence of misconduct.
Read the full No-Fault Divorce entry →This page is a plain-English reference and is not legal advice. State laws change frequently. For specific situations consult a licensed attorney in Nevada.