Divorce vs. Annulment
While marriage is a big commitment, it often ends in divorce. Sometimes instead of a divorce, you may qualify for an annulment. Both options will render you without a spouse when all of the proceedings conclude, but very different circumstances lead to each. It is important to find out which option is best for you because annulment may be a beneficial route if you qualify.
If you are currently separated from your spouse, or if you are considering a legal form of separation, call the Boca Raton divorce lawyers of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. at 561-353-2800 to learn if you are eligible for an annulment.
The Differences between Divorce and Annulment
Divorce may be caused by any number of reasons, including:
- Irreconcilable differences
- Adultery
- Abuse
- Alcoholism
- Financial problems
All of these problems, along with other problems that may be the cause of a divorce, typically occur during the marriage. Reasons for annulment include:
- Close blood relation
- One spouse was of non-legal marrying age at time of union
- Use of force to coerce one spouse into marriage
- Insanity
- Fraud
These problems, along with other criteria that can lead to annulment, usually exist before the marriage.
One of the biggest legal differences between divorce and annulment is that divorce remains on an individual’s personal record while annulment completely nullifies the marriage, as if it never happened. Also, annulled marriages do not require division of property or debts.
Contact Us
To find out if you qualify for an annulment from your estranged spouse, contact the Boca Raton divorce attorneys of Eric N. Klein & Associates, P.A. today at 561-353-2800.
