Updated August 07, 2023
A Kentucky separation agreement is a legal document that governs how spouses will live apart from each other without going through a legal divorce. The agreement covers child support, visitation, division of property, and any other agreed-upon matters.
Separation agreements can later be converted into divorce decrees if the couple wants or voided if they reconcile their marriage.
Is a Separation Agreement Legal in Kentucky?
Yes, couples can agree to legally separate and ask a court to issue a decree of legal separation.
Source: § 403.140
Legal Separation Requirements
- Filing Fee: Varies by county; in Kenton County, for example, it is $198
- Residency: At least one of the spouses must have been a resident of the state for the 180 days prior to filing (§ 403.140)
- Where to File: With the circuit court in the county where one of the spouses is residing.
Court Forms
- Petition for Dissolution of Marriage (must request legal separation rather than divorce)
Related Forms
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