Do I have to live in South Carolina to file for divorce?

To file for divorce in South Carolina, one spouse must have lived in the state for more than one year if the other spouse lives outside the state. If both spouses have lived in South Carolina for more than three months, either may file.

Where do I file for divorce in South Carolina?

Your case should be filed in the county in which you last lived with your spouse or in the county in which your spouse now resides, provided you meet the residency requirements.

What do I need to prove to get a divorce in South Carolina?

South Carolina has four fault grounds for divorce — adultery, habitual drunkenness or drug abuse, physical cruelty, and desertion — and the no-fault ground of living separate and apart for more than one year.

How long does it take to get a divorce in South Carolina?

A fault-based divorce may be granted 90 days from the date the Complaint is filed. A no-fault divorce requires proof of living separate and apart for more than one year.

When does the clock start running for a South Carolina divorce?

For a fault-based divorce, the 90-day clock begins on the date you file the Complaint. For a no-fault divorce, the clock begins as soon as you separate, even before filing.

What if my spouse does not want a divorce in South Carolina?

Your spouse cannot stop you from obtaining a divorce if you are able to prove your claim under one of the five grounds for divorce in South Carolina.

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