Divorce is recognized in California even when it is finalized in another state. This is despite the fact that other states may have much easier requirements for Divorce than California. The ‘full faith and credit‘ provision in the United States Constitution allows for this recognition between states.
However, it is not always the case that a Divorce from another country is recognized in California. Generally, the Divorce would be recognized if the country is a Hague Convention country and if the requirements for Divorce are at least as stringent as those in California
If the country where the Divorce was finalized is not a Hague Convention country, then the Divorce would, more than likely, not be recognized.
The situation is more complex in the case of a Divorce with children or a Divorce with property (real property). California does not have jurisdiction over child custody and visitation if children reside in another state or if there is quasi community real property in another state, unless both parties sign & notarize an agreement with regard to these issues. However, California would have jurisdiction over child support even if the child lives in another state.
For low flat fee Divorce quotes when one spouse resides in California and the other in another state or country, give us a call. Legal Action Workshop can be reached @ 800-HELP-444 (800-435-7444) or visit our website www.LegalActionWorkshopLAW.com for more information.
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