A spouse generally may file for divorce in the state and county in which the spouse resides—or in which the other spouse resides. In many states the spouse must have lived in the state or county for a specified period of time before filing for divorce.
Laws regarding this residency requirement and where a lawsuit for divorce may be filed vary from state to state and with circumstances in which the spouses share minor children.
Laws regarding the requirements for filing for divorce are usually located in a state’s statutes—often in the family code or domestic relations code.
In Kentucky, the residency requirement for filing for divorce is that at least one of the spouses must have lived in the state for a minimum of 180 days, or approximately six months, prior to filing. The divorce should be filed in the Circuit Court of the county where either spouse resides. If the spouses have minor children, the divorce may need to be filed in the county where the children reside, especially if it is different from where the parents live. Kentucky's laws regarding divorce, including the residency requirements and where to file, can be found in the Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS), specifically within the family law or domestic relations sections. It is important for individuals considering divorce to consult with an attorney to understand the specific requirements and procedures that apply to their situation.