Divorci

Divorci refers to the legal dissolution of a marriage, ending the marital bond and the legal duties between spouses. It typically results in new legal status for each party and may involve rules about property, finances, child custody, and support.

Legal processes vary by jurisdiction but generally involve filing for divorce, residency requirements, and either no-fault or fault-based grounds. In no-fault systems, the dissolution does not require proving wrongdoing. In fault-based regimes, grounds might include adultery, desertion, or cruelty. Many jurisdictions encourage or require mediation or settlement negotiations; a final decree or judgment closes the marriage.

Impact and outcomes: Divorci can have significant emotional and economic consequences for spouses and especially for children. Property division typically follows a jurisdictional formula; child custody arrangements prioritize the child's best interest; support orders may be set for alimony and child support. Long-term effects vary with income, assets, and post-divorce arrangements.

Types and alternatives: Uncontested or mutual-consent divorces; contested divorces; collaborative divorce and mediation are approaches aimed at reducing conflict. Legal separation is an option in some jurisdictions; annulment is a different status in cases where a marriage is deemed invalid.