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FAQs

Can you get a divorce without the other person signing in Nevada? ›

Nevada does not require both spouses to agree to the divorce. Although a divorce can be done quicker and easier when the spouses agree, one spouse can file for divorce on their own. This allows one spouse to file and possible get a final divorce without the other's signature.

There are multiple reasons why I have chosen to address these topics. First, there is no age in our state at which a child is automatically given the right to simply refuse visitation. Until they are eighteen years old, or otherwise emancipated, children must follow a Court's custodial order.

The wishes of the child if he/she is “of sufficient age and capacity to form an intelligent preference as to his or her custody.” Nevada does not have a specific age at which a child can choose which parent to live with but if the child is mature enough and can state a logical reason for their choice, the court will ...

Understanding Quickie Divorces

A quickie divorce, or uncontested divorce, is a streamlined process allowing couples to end their marriage swiftly. In Las Vegas, this can be completed in weeks, making it an appealing option for those seeking a rapid resolution.

In most cases if the couple has been married for less than 3 years, it's unlikely that alimony will be awarded. Whereas if a couple has been married for 10+ years it's more likely that a judge will award either temporary or permanent alimony.

Grounds are legally acceptable reasons for divorce. You can get a divorce in Nevada if: you and your spouse live separate and apart for one year without cohabitation; you and your spouse are incompatible (can't get along); or.

The “30/30 Rule” means that if a parent pays a medical expense for a child that is not paid by insurance, that parent must send proof of the expense to the other parent within 30 days of paying. The other parent then has 30 days to reimburse the paying parent 1⁄2 the cost.

Nevada law rejects a gender preference in custody determinations. The court won't order custody for a child on the basis of the gender of a parent.

Rooms used by children for sleeping must have a minimum of 35 square feet per child and 3 feet of floor space between beds. Children of the opposite sex who are age 5 or older must not share a bedroom, and children over age 12 months must not sleep in the same room with an adult.

Parental alienation often begins with bad-mouthing the other parent. The alienating parent may exaggerate about the target parent's faults, or they might just lie to the child. Examples of alienating behavior might include the following: Making disparaging remarks about the parent on an ongoing basis.

What age can a child stay home alone by state Nevada? ›

Nevada is not strict on the details of when can a minor stay home without adult supervision. Nevada realizes that each child's maturity level may be different. Usual age is 12, but if a 9 year old is mature enough, it is permissible.

In the new Nevada child support laws, there is no presumptive maximum of support. Instead, whatever the amount is, based on the parent's total income, is presumed to meet the needs of the child. The parents can rebut that presumption by presenting evidence and asking the court to order a different amount.

Not necessarily, especially since Nevada is a no-fault divorce state. Whether a party should consider filing first for a Nevada divorce really depends on the situation. Either way, there are some tactical advantages to being the first to file (being the “plaintiff”).

Nevada is a community property state. This means that each spouse owns 50% of the property assets and debts acquired during the marriage.

File papers with District Court: Submit your divorce paperwork to the district court clerk's office in the county where you or your spouse reside or where you last lived together. Filing fees will vary by county but range between $250 and $300. In Clark County as of 2022, for example, it was $299 as of 2022.