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Grounds for Divorce in Arizona

A marriage is a legal contract between two people.  If the “contract” is broken then a legal procedure must follow to properly document the dissolution of marriage.  Marriages end for various reasons.  Every state has a different set of divorce laws and statutes.  In Arizona there are two main grounds for divorce, which greatly vary based on the type of marriage.

No-Fault Grounds for Divorce

One type of the dissolution of marriage is the no-fault grounds.  This is when both parties mutually agree that the marriage is irretrievably broken.  This means that both parties have come to the decision that the dissolution of marriage is due to the fact that their marriage is broken beyond repair.

Fault Grounds for Divorce

The second and more complicated grounds for divorce only apply to covenant marriages.  A covenant marriage is also known as a higher marriage.  This type of marriage is offered in many states.  It was basically created to make the process harder for the couple to get a divorce, which in hopes would decrease the amount of divorces.  When the couple marries they must state the reason that they are allowed to get divorced, which is stated when they get their marriage license.  This justification for divorce is considered a fault divorce.  There must be an acceptable reason for the divorce, which includes adultery, drug, alcohol or physical abuse, commitment of a felony, abandonment, or an extended period of separation.  A fault divorce, or covenant marriage divorce, typically is a longer and more detailed process.

The Divorce Process

If you are considering a divorce you should contact your local family law firm for more information.  Every couple is unique, which requires legal advice from an experienced Tucson divorce attorney regarding your personal situation.

Arizona-Kulseth & Roads Attorneys at Law, practicing family law in Tucson, provided
this article, 520.888.4200, www.krtucson.com.