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Introduced
01/03/2018
01/03/2018
In Committee
01/17/2018
01/17/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/12/2018
05/12/2018
Introduced Session
2017-2018 Session
Bill Summary
An act relating to timing of a decree nisi in a divorce proceeding
AI Summary
This bill amends Vermont's existing law on divorce proceedings to change the timing of a "decree nisi" - a preliminary decree of divorce that becomes final after a waiting period. Specifically, the bill reduces the waiting period from three months to 90 days before the decree nisi becomes final, or "absolute." The bill also clarifies that the court retains jurisdiction to hear and decide any post-trial motions during the nisi period, and that the decree of divorce constitutes a civil judgment under the Vermont Rules of Civil Procedure.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Ordered to Lie upon motion of Rep. Lalonde of South Burlington (on 05/03/2018)
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