Q: does Arizona annul marriages without notifying either party?
my husband and I married in 2007 and have not lived together in years. we were told that Arizona will annul our marriage without notifying either of us. is this true? Are we still legally married?
A: No, this is not true. The State of Arizona will not annul a marriage unless one of the parties requests an annulment by filing a Petition with the Superior Court and serves notice upon the other party. You will remain legally married until there is an Order from the Superior Court dissolving the marriage relationship.
A:
In Arizona, I have never heard of any arm of the State (including a Court) annulling any marriage, with or without notice, of its own accord.
To the best of my knowledge, the Court would only consider annulment upon on spouse filing a Petition for Annulment and meeting the requirements to qualify for an Order for Annulment, including a showing that an impediment to the marriage exists.
If you need further information, I recommend contacting an experienced family law attorney.
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