Divorce Papers

The spouse filing for divorce must be a resident of North Dakota for at least six months prior to the entry of the final divorce. The divorce must be filed in the county where the defendant resides if the defendant is a resident of North Dakota. If the defendant is not a resident, the divorce may be filed for in any county that the plaintiff designates in the complaint. [North Dakota Century Code; Volume 3A, Chapters 14-0517 and 28-04-05].Separation agreements are specifically authorized by statute. [North Dakota Century Code; Volume 3A, Chapter 1407-07).

The only no-fault ground for divorce in North Dakota is: Irreconcilable differences. [North Dakota Century Code; Volume 3A, Chapter 14-05-03).

USE THESE WORDS IN THE COURT DOCUMENTS FOR NORTH DAKOTA

1. Use these exact words, all in capital letters: STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA, COUNTY OF, IN THE DISTRICT COURT, - JUDICIAL DISTRICT
2. Use these exact words, all in capital letters: COMPLAINT FOR DIVORCE
3. Use the word "Plaintiff". Be sure the "P" is capitalized.
4. Use the word "Defendant". Be sure the "D" is capitalized.
5. Use these exact words, all in capital letters: DECREE OF DIVORCE
6. Use the word "County" here.

Free North Dakota Divorce Forms for Download

Following divorce forms are free for download. Most of the forms are provided with instructions on how to fill the form. To download any of these divorce papers and forms just right click on the link and select "Save As...".

• Glossary of terms
• Instructions for completeing the forms
• Review the Resources you may need to obtain your order
• Understanding the Law

North Dakota Divorce Instructions

• Instructions for completeing the forms - The Marital Settlement Agreement
• Glossary of terms you should be aware of while going through your divorce
• Review your State's Guidelines

Forms & Documents

• Form 1- Uniform Support Petition
• Form 2- Summons: Personal Service on an Individual
• Form 3- Process Service Memorandum
• Form 4- Non-Military Affidavit
• Form 5- Financial Affidavit
• Form 6- Motion for Health Insurance Coverage
• Form 7- Final Judgment Modifying Child Support

North Dakota Divorce Court Forms

• Documents for the Court

Your Divorce Forms

• Financial Affidavit
• Notice of Hearing

North Dakota Divoce Forms that Both Parties Must sign

• Declaration under the Child Custody Act
• Marriage settlement Agreement
• Verification required by both parties

North Dakota Divorce Forms to be Signed by a Friend

• Affidavit by a third party

Divorce Form for Your Spouse

• Answer and Affidavit in response