South Carolina Divorce Guide
Everything you need to know about filing for divorce in South Carolina. Residency requirements, court processes, support calculations, and more.
Overview
Residency Requirement
12 months
Separation Period
365 days
Grounds for Divorce
Fault & No-Fault
Filing Process
Court System
Family Court
Filing Fees
$150-$175
Key Steps
7 guided steps
Support & Custody
Support Calculation Method
Income Shares Model
South Carolina 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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