Grounds For Sc Divorce

Summary

In South Carolina, you can file for a no-fault divorce after living separate and apart for one year. Based on your situation, you need to wait until October of this year to file. The basic steps to file for a no-fault divorce include completing the necessary forms, filing them with the Clerk of Court, serving your spouse, and waiting for a hearing. You can obtain the forms from the Clarendon County Clerk of Court. For more detailed information, contact the Clerk of Courts office or visit their website.

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Thank you for providing your location. In South Carolina, you can file for a no-fault divorce after living separate and apart for one year.
Grounds for Divorce in South Carolina:
- One year of continuous separation without cohabitation.
- Adultery
- Desertion for a period of one year
- Physical cruelty
- Habitual drunkenness or drug use
Would you like information on filing procedures or any other aspect of divorce?
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In South Carolina, you can file for a no-fault divorce after living separate and apart for one year. Based on your situation:
- You've been physically separated since October of last year.
- You need to wait until October of this year to file for a no-fault divorce.
Would you like information on the filing procedures or any other aspect of the divorce process?
Yes please
In South Carolina, here are the basic steps to file for a no-fault divorce:
- **Complete the necessary forms:** Obtain and fill out the required divorce forms.
- **File the forms:** Submit the forms to the Clerk of Court in your county.
- **Serve your spouse:** Provide your spouse with a copy of the divorce papers.
- **Wait for a hearing:** After filing, you'll be given a court date to finalize the divorce.
Would you like more detailed information about any of these steps?
Where do I get the forms?
In South Carolina, you can obtain divorce forms from the Clerk of Court in your county. You can also find them online.
Would you like the contact information for the Clerk of Court in your county? If yes, please specify your county.
Clarendon county

Clarendon County Clerk of Court


Phone: (*) *-*
Address: * South Mill Street, Manning, SC *
Website: [Clarendon County Clerk of Court](http://clarendoncounty.sc.gov)
You can obtain the necessary divorce forms from the Clerk of Court's office. Would you like more information on how to fill out the forms or any other aspect of the filing process?
Thank you very much.
You're welcome! If you need further assistance with filling out the forms or any other aspect of the divorce process, feel free to ask. Wishing you the best as you navigate this process.
Again, thank you.
You're welcome! If you have any more questions or need further assistance in the future, don't hesitate to reach out. Have a great day!