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Is There a Waiting Period To Remarry After a Divorce in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma there is a waiting period after a divorce but there are some exceptions. Many people are surprised to find out the Oklahoma has certain restrictions on remarrying after a divorce. Given that through no fault divorce the process is made easy why would getting remarried be so difficult. In truth a divorce or legal separation is such a significant life event. Its an event that marks the end of a marital relationship that at its beginning was thought to be forever. While it signifies the… Read More
Can I Deny Visitation Because of Overnight Guests?
If you’re wanting to deny visitation because of overnight guests, the process can be complex but isn’t impossible. Visitation rights ensure that children maintain strong and healthy relationships with both parents, even after a paternity case, divorce or separation. However, disputes often arise when one parent is concerned about the other parent’s behavior during visitation, particularly regarding overnight guests. In Oklahoma, the answer depends on various factors, including the circumstances of the case and best interests of the child. Understanding Visitation Rights in Oklahoma In Oklahoma, the… Read More
Explanation of Temporary Injunction
When a divorce is filed, a temporary injunction is automatically put in place. The temporary injunction intends to keep the status quo and create a fair playing field pending a final divorce. The temporary injunction order prevents both parties from transferring, encumbering, concealing, or in any way disposing of any marital property. Thus, the only allowable exceptions include acts done in the normal course. Thus, this means that you can continue paying bills and other necessary things in life. Use of funds by the parties is also allowable to pay their legal… Read More
Which Parent Has Custody If The Parents Are Unwed in Oklahoma
Who gets custody if the parents are unwed is decided by filing a paternity case. In Oklahoma, when parents are unwed and have not established legal paternity or custody through a court order or other legal means, the default legal custody arrangement typically grants sole custody to the mother. The court order must be signed by a District Court judge in the county where the child resides. This means that, without this adjudication of paternity, the mother typically has both physical and legal custody of the child…. Read More