\t\t\t\tBreaking up your family is sometimes the only option and when it is, you may be wondering where to get divorce papers and why you need them. Let us shed some light on the subject.<\/p>\n
Divorces are not handed out like candy. There are an application process and pre-qualifications. To be granted divorce papers you must prove that you have lived apart or were separated for at least one year, one party committed adultery, one party was physically or mentally abusive to the other, and you must satisfy the court that reasonable arrangements for any children have been made.<\/p>\n
Most divorces can be granted in Provincial court. You can apply to the Supreme Court if you need help to settle unresolved property issues.<\/p>\n
You must wait 31 days after being granted a divorce to apply for your divorce certificate. First, be sure you know where your divorce was filed<\/span><\/a>. At which point you can apply in person at the Supreme Court registry where you filed for divorce and bring a $40 certificate fee. You can also apply by mail to the same Supreme Court registry along with a letter including: <\/span><\/p>\n Divorce papers can be used when you need to prove that the marriage has been dissolved. If you are remarrying, your divorce certificate can be used as proof of this dissolution so you can remarry. In most jurisdictions in Canada, you can also use your divorce order as proof, but if you don\u2019t want to share all the details, a divorce certificate is still often a valid legal option.<\/p>\n\n
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