Response to Petition for Dissolution of Marriage - Washington 2026

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The document is a legal form used in the Superior Court of Washington for responding to a Petition regarding marriage matters, including divorce, legal separation, or annulment. It outlines sections where the respondent can agree or disagree with statements made in the petition, provides space for reasons if there are disagreements, and includes options for requesting protection or restraining orders. The form also allows the respondent to request specific court orders related to parenting plans, child support, property division, and spousal support.

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Begin by reviewing each section of the Petition. For each statement, indicate whether you agree, disagree, or don’t know by checking the appropriate box.
If you disagree with any section, provide your reasons on page 2. Ensure that you number and date any additional pages you add.
In the Protection Order section, specify if you want the court to issue an Order for Protection. If yes, follow up with the necessary forms as indicated.
For the Restraining Order section, check any applicable orders you wish to request from the court.
Complete your requests regarding divorce or legal separation by checking the appropriate boxes and providing any additional information required.
Finally, sign and date the form at the bottom and ensure all required attachments are included before submission.

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What happens if you dont respond to divorce papers in Washington state?

If you dont respond by the deadline, the court will give your spouse everything theyve asked for in their divorce papers with no input from you (called a default judgment). Its very hard to undo a default. Get started with your response right away.

Is dissolution of marriage the same as divorce in Washington state?

In Washington, a divorce is referred to as dissolution of marriage. A Decree of Dissolution of Marriage legally ends the marriage. Either spouse may file for dissolution of marriage if the marriage is irretrievably broken.

How long does a respondent have to answer in Washington state?

The deadline to respond to a court case depends on how and where the other party was served. Generally, the response deadline is: 20 days after personal service in Washington state. 60 days after personal service outside Washington.

What happens if someone doesnt respond to a petition?

If you dont respond, youll be in default and the petition will potentially be granted without you having a say.

Do both parties have to agree to a divorce in Washington state?

Washington is a no-fault state, which means that both spouses need not agree to the divorce for the court to grant it. If your spouse explicitly states that they will challenge the divorce and refuses to sign papers, it doesnt matter. The court can still issue a final divorce decree without both parties agreeing.

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How to stop divorce proceedings in Washington state?

If youre the one who filed the case (youre the petitioner), and youve changed your mind about finalizing, you can ask the court to cancel (to dismiss) it. This is easier to do if the other party agrees with you that the case should be dismissed. If that is true, you would both sign the dismissal forms.

What happens if respondent does not respond to divorce petition in Washington?

If your spouse doesnt respond by the deadline, you can ask the judge to find them in default. If a judge signs a default order, your spouse can no longer take part in the case. The judge can sign final orders and hold hearings without notice to your spouse.