Divorce in San Bernardino County

Either spouse must have lived in California for at least 6 months and in San Bernardino County for at least 3 months before filing.

The list of papers for divorce in San Bernardino County includes but is not limited to Petition, Summons, Marital Settlement Agreement, Declaration of Disclosure, etc. When minor kids are involved, partners have to prepare a Declaration under UCCJEA, child support calculations, parenting plan, etc.

For San Bernardino County divorce, you should use standard white 8.5 x 11-inch paper and black ink in documents because it is more legible when scanned or copied. Forms can be filled out by hand or typed. If handwritten, ensure the writing is clear. Be consistent with the names and dates used throughout the forms. Make sure to avoid crossings and smudges or specifying inaccurate information. Please note that such mistakes can lead to the court rejecting your papers, and you may need to start filing again.

Submit your forms for an uncontested divorce online or bring them to the San Bernardino County Superior Court clerk’s office in person. Pay a $435 filing fee or apply for a fee waiver if you experience financial struggles and can prove it in court.

Have someone over 18 deliver the divorce papers to your spouse. This can be done by a process server, sheriff, or a third party.

Your spouse has 30 days to respond to the petition.

Be honest about your assets and debts to avoid legal problems in the future.

There is a mandatory waiting period in the state, and the court typically cannot start reviewing the case before it expires unless there are sufficient reasons to waive it.

Once the judge reviews your papers and issues a Divorce Judgement, your marriage is officially dissolved. In uncontested cases, a court hearing may not be required if all the papers are in order and the judge does not have questions concerning agreements made.