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    Oct 11, 2006, 02:10 PM
    Divorce
    Can you divorce a spouse who is in a comatose state?
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    Oct 11, 2006, 07:07 PM
    Yes, you will have to file with the court , hire an attorney. Most likely the court will appoint an attorney to represent the spouse, and see if some monetay payment would be required ( allimony) and the such. The court would normally also appoint the spouse a guardian.
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    Oct 12, 2006, 07:02 PM
    It would depend on the laws of your state. Given that a comatose spouse obviously can't defend him/herself, it could be complicated. But why would you want to?
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    Oct 12, 2006, 09:16 PM
    Quote Originally Posted by s_cianci
    But why would you want to?
    Perhaps to move on with ones life?

    Hypothetically, let's say a marriage was on VERY shaky grounds. Then the husband goes into a coma. Does the wife want to stick around for a man she was already thinking about divorcing?

    c10705, yes you can. Contact a divorce attorney who can advise you on the specific laws where you live.
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