Either husband or wife must be a resident of the state for at least six months in order to file a divorce
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According to the CDC's National Vital Statistics System, the divorce rate in Alaska in 2023 was 8.98 per 1,000 population
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In Alaska, after filing for divorce, you must wait at least 30 days
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The filing fee for a divorce in Alaska is $250, but this fee is variable
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It occurs when both parties agree on the terms of their divorce including issues such as property division, child custody, and spousal support
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A legal separation is not required before getting a divorce
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Alaska is a "no-fault" divorce state because even if your spouse is entirely opposed to ending your marriage, you can still request, and receive, a divorce from the Court
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The division of property in a divorce is not based on a strict 50/50 split. For fair distribution, the court examines various aspects like marriage length, their contribution, etc
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