Filing Fee for Divorce in Connecticut
Posted By Administrator on November 17, 2009
In order to bring a divorce action in a Connecticut court, the party commencing the action must pay a filing fee of $300. In addition, the divorce summons and complaint must be served upon the other party by a State Marshal. The fee for service of those documents is approximately $50 to $75.
If you cannot afford the filing and marshal fees, you may submit a fee waiver to the court. A judge may grant or deny your request to waive all or some of the fees. To apply for a fee waiver, you must complete form JD-FM-75 which is a financial affidavit.
Finally, if you have minor children born to the marriage, BOTH parties must attend state mandated parenting education classes (usually held in 2 three-hour session). You may apply for a fee waiver for the classes if you cannot afford them, using form JD-FM-75.
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