What are the Residency and Filing Requirements for Divorce in Oklahoma?
An Oklahoma divorce may be granted if either party was an Oklahoma resident in good faith for at least 6 months prior to filing for divorce. (Oklahoma Statutes, Title 43, Marriage and Family Section 102) The divorce complaint may be filed in any county where the petitioner has been a resident for at least 30 days or where the respondent is a resident. (Oklahoma Statutes, Title 43 Marriage and Family, Section 103)
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