AMBLUE
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Reged: 07/09/07
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I have a question hope somebody here can answer me. I have been a stay at home mom since the beginning of the marriage. So I have no income to support my children, so am very sure that my husband will get the custody of the children, since their welfare is what matters most. My question is, will I be allowed at least for a visitation?
A friend told me that for a no fault divorce, spouses have to live separately for at least 6 months, but I've read it says 2 yrs. Which is which then.
Thank you.
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MakeItRight
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Reged: 05/04/07
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Not necessarily. If he has a job he can pay you child support for them to live with you. But yes you will be allowed visitation should the judge award him the kids.
I thought the length of time you have to be separated is 2 years. Good luck.
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AMBLUE
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thank you very much for your reply.
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Samsung
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Reged: 06/14/07
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Income is not a criteria for custody. Read up on "the best interest of the child" doctrine, and how IL applies it. It will give you a better idea of what to expect.
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sunshine
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Reged: 04/28/06
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The judge can over ride that and actually six months seperation is really what is the least...two years the most...mine was almost two years...believe me two years is a nightmare of high attorney fees....and way to many head games from the stbx..
what everyone told you is right...you can get child support from him...right now...try to find out as much as you can...I know there is so much to absorb...but with all the info here and other web sites...you should be able to educate yourself...
I was a stay at home mom also and then remained employed only part time later..because of abuse issues..to controlling..and physically abusive..had to quit because of illness from all this..learned alot just having to be true to myself...just remember you are deserving of a loving marriage...and you childern also...take care of yourself first...your childern will beneifit...
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AMBLUE
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Reged: 07/09/07
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I appreciate your response. I feel I cannot raise my children by myself since I will be starting all over again. I stayed home, I can't drive, I have nothing in this marriage. I have no family and friends in this state. I'm really solo on this. I planned to relocate to another state where I have a friend, get a job and start a new life but I still want to see my children. To me, my children will be in the best welfare if they stay with their father here. I have to admit that.
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