Amends GS 50-6 to allow the victim of domestic violence committed by the victim's spouse to seek a divorce without having to meet the required one-year separation period. Sets out information that must be included in the divorce application that substantiates the domestic violence. Makes organizational changes to the statute. Amends existing language to refer to separation of spouses.
Applies to actions commenced on or after the date that this act becomes law.
Bill Summaries: S575 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS' SEPARATION WAIVER.
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Bill S 575 (2023-2024)Summary date: Apr 4 2023 - View Summary