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The document is a legal complaint for absolute divorce filed in the District Court of North Carolina. It outlines the residency of both parties, the date of marriage and separation, and confirms that they have lived apart for over a year without resuming their marital relationship. The complaint addresses custody and property matters, which have been resolved through a Separation and Property Settlement Agreement. The Plaintiff requests the court to grant a judgment of divorce, incorporate the settlement agreement, and allow the restoration of the wife's former name.

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Begin by filling in the 'County' and 'File No.' sections at the top of the form. This information is essential for identifying your case.
In the section detailing the Plaintiff and Defendant, enter both parties' names and addresses. Ensure accuracy as this will be used for legal notifications.
Complete the marriage details by specifying the date of marriage and separation. This establishes the timeline necessary for your case.
If applicable, list any minor children from the marriage along with their names and Social Security numbers in the designated fields.
Review any agreements regarding custody, visitation, child support, and property matters that have been resolved, ensuring all terms are accurately reflected.
If restoration of a former name is requested, fill in that section clearly to avoid any confusion during processing.
Finally, complete the verification section by signing and dating it before a notary public to validate your submission.

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What are the requirements for absolute divorce in NC?

You are eligible to file for divorce, also called an absolute divorce, only after being separated for at least a year and a day. This means that you must have been living in different homes and that at least one of you intended that the separation be permanent during that time.

How long does an absolute divorce take in NC?

With the physical separation, uncontested divorce in North Carolina will take, at minimum, one year and thirty to sixty days, while contested divorce can take at least two years.

How much does it cost to file for absolute divorce in NC?

Please note the Complaint for Absolute Divorce must be verified (signed in front of a notary public) in order to be valid. STEP TWO: Pay the required filing fee of $225.00. STEP THREE: Serve the lawsuit on your spouse. After the documents are filed, you must serve all of the documents on your spouse.

What does absolute mean in a divorce?

An absolute divorce fully and permanently ends the marriage. To obtain an absolute divorce, the parties must resolve all issues, including division of property, alimony, and child custody, if applicable.