No-Fault Divorce in Vermont
State-specific overview · Family Law
Vermont grants no-fault divorce based on irreconcilable differences with no mandatory waiting period.
How Vermont treats No-Fault Divorce
Vermont allows either spouse to file for divorce on grounds of irreconcilable differences without proving fault or waiting a set period. The process is streamlined compared to many states, making no-fault divorce the default and simplest option. Vermont also recognizes traditional fault grounds, but no-fault divorce requires no additional evidence or delay. This approach reflects Vermont's emphasis on expedited dissolution when the marriage is genuinely broken.
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 Vermont.