Can I get a divorce if my husband can’t be found?
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Can I get a divorce if my husband can’t be found?
My husband and I have been separated for over 10 years. We have 3 children who are in my custody and have been since that time. My husband owes many years of child support and finds a way not to be found, I’ve search for him based on his last where-about but because he is avoiding me because of child support and the police, I don’t know what to do. Can I get a divorce from him even though he doesn’t want to be found? Any information concerning this matter would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance
Asked on June 10, 2009 under Family Law, New Jersey
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MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
I don't understand. Is this court ordered child support from a legal separation? Because usually child support is from a divorce. You can, if you are still legally married, file for divorce. Check with a divorce lawyer in your state on your best route. Try www.attorneypages.com. You can also contact the court in the county in which you reside.
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