what if spouse refuse to sign?

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what if spouse refuse to sign?

Attempted to file papers via certified
mail, spouse wouldn’t sign for them,
came back after 3 attempts.
Sent her a text message to let her know
that I would be sending them with my
sister while she’s on vacation, she
never responded.

Asked on March 4, 2016 under Family Law, South Carolina

Answers:

M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 8 years ago | Contributor

Whether or not your spouse sign the divorce papers, you can obtain a divorce. In other words, the action can still move forward. This is done via a legal remedy known as a "divorce by default". Here is a link to a site that will further explain:
https://family-law.freeadvice.com/family-law/divorce_law/spouse-refuses-to-sign-divorce-papers.htm


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