What are Grounds for Divorce in New York?
Currently, the grounds for divorce in New York include: (1) the cruel and inhuman treatment of the plaintiff by the defendant; (2) the abandonment of the plaintiff by the defendant for one year or more; (3) the confinement of the defendant to prison for three or more consecutive years after the marriage took place; (4) adultery (as defined by statute); or (5) the spouses have lived apart for one year or more pursuant to a legal separation. (Laws of New York, Article 10, Section 170) On July 1, 2010 New York became the last state in the nation to have its legislative branch pass a no fault divorce law. It will become law when signed by the New York governor.
Other New York Marriage Divorce FAQs
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When is Spousal Support or Alimony Awarded in New York?
A: A New York Court may direct either spouse to provide alimony to the other spouse depending on the standard of living of the parties established during the marriage, … More -
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What Documents and Supporting Information are Required to be Submitted with a Divorce Petition in New York?
A: In New York, a verified complaint action for divorce must state the spouses’ names and residences, how the spouses’ have satisfied the residency … More -
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What are the Laws in New York about How Marital Property Will be Distributed After Divorce?
A: If the parties do not come to an agreement, a New York Court will distribute the marital property equitably considering: (1) the income and property of each party at … More -
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What are the Residency and Filing Requirements for Divorce in New York?
A: In New York, residency is established for purposes of filing a divorce petition if: (1) the parties were married in New York, one party is a resident of New York and … More
