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Even for uncontested divorces, South Dakota law requires spouses to wait 60 days from the date you file the divorce paperwork until the judge can finalize the divorce. (S.D. Codified Laws §25-4-34.) The law doesn't require either spouse to attend a final divorce hearing for uncontested divorces.
Under South Dakota law a divorce may be granted for any of these grounds: adultery, extreme cruelty (including bodily injury or grievous mental suffering), willful desertion, willful neglect, habitual intemperance, conviction of a felony, chronic mental illness or irreconcilable differences.
In South Dakota, the standard parenting guidelines will set out the custody arrangement to be followed by the parents. You can object to the standard guidelines and the judge will order a hearing within thirty days.
A South Dakota durable statutory power of attorney form allows a principal to select another person (?agent?) to act in their place for financial-related matters. The designation will last the lifetime of the principal unless revoked.
SOUTH DAKOTA DIVORCE MADE EASY. This easy to use online divorce is a "do it yourself (without a lawyer)" solution for any uncontested divorce (with or without children) that will be filed in the state of South Dakota.
Getting Help Filing Your South Dakota Divorce If you'd like to DIY your divorce, the state has information, instructions, and forms available online. You can also get forms from your court clerk.
How long does it take to get divorced? A divorce in South Dakota cannot be granted until 61 days have passed from the date the Defendant was served with the opening paperwork. The parties can reach an agreement at any point in that time, but the divorce cannot be finalized until 61 days have passed.
What are the basic steps in filing a lawsuit? File the Summons and Complaint. The person starting the case is called the Petitioner or Plaintiff. ... File the Answer. The person being sued is either called the Defendant or the Respondent. ... Prepare the case. ... The judge holds a hearing. ... The judge makes a decision.