Divorce quick facts Flashcards
1
Q
Grounds for divorce
A
adultery, cruelty, separation for 1 year+
2
Q
amount of time allowed for reconciliation since separation date
A
90 days
3
Q
Which court handles divorce?
A
Supreme court
4
Q
Do you have to live in BC?
A
Yes, at least one party has to have lived in BC for at least one year prior to application for divorce
5
Q
If you aren’t legally divorced, can you marry someone else?
A
No
6
Q
What form starts the divorce process
A
Notice of family claim (F3) or notice of Joint family claim (F1) in BC Supreme Court
7
Q
What are the two “types” of divorce
A
Joint or sole (with or without kids, have different steps)
