Divorce in North Dakota
State-specific overview · Family Law
North Dakota requires a 60-day waiting period after filing and recognizes no-fault divorce based on irreconcilable differences.
How North Dakota treats Divorce
You can file for divorce on the ground of irreconcilable differences without proving fault. The court cannot grant the divorce until at least 60 days have passed from the date you file. North Dakota follows equitable distribution for marital property and generally requires both spouses to disclose their financial information before the divorce is finalized.
The general definition of Divorce
The legal dissolution of a marriage, ending the spouses' rights and responsibilities to each other.
Divorce is the legal process by which a married couple ends their marriage. It involves a court officially terminating the marriage and typically requires decisions about property division, spousal support, child custody, and child support. The process can be contested, where the spouses disagree on terms, or uncontested, where they agree on the major issues. Once a divorce is finalized, both parties are free to remarry and are no longer legally responsible for each other.
Read the full 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 North Dakota.