Get Va-803d

The VA-803D form is a vital document used in divorce proceedings in Virginia. This guide will provide clear instructions on how to accurately complete the form online, ensuring that you understand each section and respond appropriately.

Follow the steps to fill out the VA-803D online accurately and efficiently.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the form and open it in your preferred editing platform.
2. Begin by entering the appropriate county in the header where prompted. This indicates the jurisdiction of the court handling the case.
3. Fill in your name in the plaintiff section. Ensure that it matches your legal name and is consistent throughout the document.
4. Enter the defendant's name in the designated area, following the same guidelines for accuracy.
5. In the jurisdiction section, state that the court has jurisdiction based on the Code of the Commonwealth of Virginia sections indicated.
6. Provide the duration of residency for you and your partner in the corresponding section. State that you have been residents of the specified county for at least six months.
7. Document the date and place of the marriage in the following section to establish the legal foundation for your request.
8. Clearly state the status of any children. Specify that there are no minor children involved in the case.
9. Confirm that both parties are of legal age and mentally competent, as required by Virginia law.
10. Outline the separation period in the next section. Clearly state that you have lived separately without cohabitation for the required duration.
11. Indicate whether either party is actively serving in the military, as this can impact the divorce process.
12. Provide the current addresses for both parties to ensure accurate records.
13. State the expectation of reconciliation clearly, marking your declaration to avoid ambiguity.
14. In the name restoration request section, indicate whether any party seeks to restore their former name after the divorce.
15. Assert that no other cases are pending in Virginia or any other jurisdiction that involve the same matters.
16. Attach the Separation and Property Settlement Agreement as Exhibit 'A' when referenced in your complaint.
17. Finalize your request by specifying that you are seeking a divorce based on the grounds established.
18. Place your signature at the end of the document along with your printed name.
19. Ensure that a notary public acknowledges your signature by completing the notary section accurately.
20. Once all sections are completed, review your entries for accuracy, then save your changes, and proceed to download, print, or share the completed form as needed.

Take the next steps in your legal journey by completing the VA-803D online today.