Rhode Island Divorce Guide
Everything you need to know about filing for divorce in Rhode Island. Residency requirements, court processes, support calculations, and more.
Overview
Residency Requirement
12 months
Grounds for Divorce
No-Fault Only
Filing Process
Court System
Family Court
Filing Fees
$160-$180
Key Steps
7 guided steps
Support & Custody
Support Calculation Method
Income Shares Model
Rhode Island uses the income shares model to determine child support obligations. Key factors include each parent's income, number of children, healthcare costs, and childcare expenses.
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