MI HB6083

Creates two pathways for filing divorce complaints: simplified no-fault grounds when parties have no minor children and wife is not pregnant, or when both parties agree in writing that grounds exist.

Requires use of statutory language only in divorce complaints, prohibiting plaintiffs from providing additional explanations of grounds for divorce.

Establishes different evidentiary standards: preponderance of the evidence for simplified divorces under subsection (1), and clear and convincing evidence for fault-based grounds under subsection (2).

Preserves traditional fault-based grounds for divorce including adultery, felony conviction with 5+ year sentence, abandonment for 1+ year, physical or sexual abuse, and mutual separation for 2+ years or separate maintenance with 18+ months separation.

Allows defendants to admit or deny grounds for divorce by answer without explanation, though defendant admissions are not binding on the court's determination.