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Everything you need to know about filing for divorce in North Carolina. Residency requirements, court processes, support calculations, and more.
Residency Requirement
6 months
Separation Period
365 days
Grounds for Divorce
No-Fault Only
Court System
District Court
Filing Fees
$225-$275
Key Steps
7 guided steps
Support Calculation Method
Income Shares Model
North 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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