How Long After Marriage Can You Get a Civil Annulment?
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Varies by State
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Each state sets its own grounds for annulment. In some situations, such as a bigamous or incestuous marriage, there may be no time limit on filing for an annulment. However, state law may limit the use of other grounds, such as deception or an underage spouse, to a specific time frame.
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Sooner Is Better
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The longer two people live as husband and wife, the harder it will be to sort out their intertwined finances and lives. It can be difficult to get an annulment if children are born during the relationship, attorney Aaron Larson notes.
Bottom Line
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While it is possible to get a civil annulment even after a lengthy marriage, it is generally advisable to request one as soon as one of the people involved determines the marriage is invalid.
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