Have you recently gotten married but want to end things? If so, you might be wondering what an annulment is. The good news is that Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP is here to explain all about annulments. Keep reading to learn more about an annulment and how Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP can help.
What is an annulment?
An annulment declares a marriage void, legally stating that the marriage never actually existed. This differs from a divorce, which legally ends an existing, valid marriage. In the case of an annulment, a marriage never existed.
What are the grounds for requesting an annulment in California?
There are many reasons when you can request an annulment. They include:
- Incest: When the people married are close blood relatives
- Bigamy: When one spouse is already married to someone else
- Age: If either party filing for an annulment was under the age of 18
- Unsound mind: If either party could not understand the nature of the marriage and obligations that come with a marriage
- Fraud: If either party was coerced into the marriage through fraud, like the inability to have children or to get a green card
- Force: Either party consented to the marriage as a result of force
- Physical incapacity: If either party was physically incapable of consummating the marriage
In the state of California, if your marriage meets any of the conditions listed above, you may request an annulment.
How can I request an annulment?
The process to have a marriage annulled is similar to getting a divorce. The best option is to reach out to an experienced family law attorney like Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP to start the process for you.
If you need help with your annulment case, contact Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP today.
If you want to annul your marriage, it is important to have a skilled family law attorney like Kendall Gkikas & Mitchell, LLP on your side. With over 30 years of experience, you can count on us to walk you through the process and get the best outcome possible. Are you ready to get started or learn more about annulments? Give us a call today at 909-482-1422 to schedule your initial consultation.
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