Legal Separation and Annulment in Connecticut
Whether Connecticut offers legal separation, how it differs from divorce, and the grounds for an annulment.
Short answer: Yes. A decree of legal separation is granted on the same grounds as a divorce, and the same residency rule applies. The court can divide property and order support in a legal separation. Conn. Gen. Stat. §§ 46b-40(c), 46b-44, 46b-81
| Legal separation | Yes. A decree of legal separation is granted on the same grounds as a divorce, and the same residency rule applies. The court can divide property and order support in a legal separation. |
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| Annulment | An annulment is granted if the marriage is void or voidable under Connecticut law or the law of the state where the marriage took place. The statute does not list specific void or voidable grounds; the Judicial Branch law library has a separate research guide on annulment. Source: Conn. Gen. Stat. § 46b-40(b) |
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FAQ
Can you get a legal separation in Connecticut?
Yes. A decree of legal separation is granted on the same grounds as a divorce, and the same residency rule applies. The court can divide property and order support in a legal separation.
What are the grounds for annulment in Connecticut?
An annulment is granted if the marriage is void or voidable under Connecticut law or the law of the state where the marriage took place.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.