Mandan, ND asked in Divorce for North Dakota

Q: In North Dakota if I leave my husband can he count that as abandonment and not give me my half of the house?

We have been married for 16 years and have lived in this house for 9 years.

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1 Lawyer Answer
Lucas Wynne
Lucas Wynne
Answered
  • St. Louis Park, MN
  • Licensed in North Dakota

A: You may be looking for 14-07-11 and 14-07-11 of the North Dakota Century Code. But the better answer is that you need an attorney to help you file for a divorce. Divorce can be quick and relatively painless if settled by way of agreement or collaborative family law.

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