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NY S08705
Bill
Status
5/30/2024
Primary Sponsor
Liz Krueger
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AI Summary
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Reduces the waiting period for divorce based on a separation decree from one year to six months or more.
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Reduces the waiting period for divorce based on a written separation agreement from one year to six months or more.
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Adds a new ground for separation allowing either spouse to file based on irretrievable breakdown of the relationship lasting at least six months, with one party stating this under oath.
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Requires that before proceeding with a no-fault separation, the parties must resolve or have the court determine issues including spousal support, child support, counsel and expert fees, and custody and visitation arrangements.
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Takes effect 60 days after becoming law and applies to matrimonial actions commenced on or after the effective date.
Legislative Description
Allows for no fault separation where the relationship between the spouses has broken down irretrievably for a period of at least six months; requires that issues of support and custody or visitation have been resolved.
Last Action
referred to judiciary
5/30/2024