Rules & Laws

Divorce/Dissolution

Under Minnesota law, a divorce is called a "Dissolution of Marriage." Getting divorced is a lot more complicated than getting married, and it can take several months before your divorce is final.

If you are representing yourself in a divorce in Minnesota, you are responsible for following the same laws and rules as an attorney. Read Rights and Duties of Self-Represented Parties.

The following is a list of some of the laws and rules that deal with divorce (marriage dissolution) in Minnesota. See also Laws, Rules & Legal Research.

Minn. Stat. ch. 518 Marriage Dissolution
Minn. Stat. ch. 518A Maintenance and Support
MN Court Rules of Civil Procedure
MN General Rules of Practice in District Court
Title I: Rules Applicable to all Court Proceedings
Title II: Rules Governing Civil Actions
Title IV: Rules of Family Court Procedure

You may be able to get more help with legal research at your local public law library. You may also be able to get help with legal research from the State Law Library. Talk with an attorney to get advice on how the rules and laws may affect your case.

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