Is a Separation Agreement Legal in Missouri?
Yes, couples can create separation agreements with binding terms, except that a court may modify terms regarding child support, custody, and visitation.[1]
Legal Separation Requirements
- Filing Fee: Varies by county and judicial circuit; in Boone County, for example, it is $162.50, while in Callaway County it is $132.50
- Residency: At least one of the parties must have been a resident of the state for at least 90 days prior to filing to separate.[2]
- Where to File: With the circuit court for the county where one of the spouses resides; some but not all circuits will have specified family courts
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