If your husband abandons you for over 7 years, are you still married?
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If your husband abandons you for over 7 years, are you still married?
The marriage was never consummated. My husband left without saying anything I and I don’t no where he is. I was left with all the bills.
Asked on May 6, 2012 under Family Law, Ohio
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for your situation. If you were legally married then you are still legally married. Abandonment may be a ground for divorce and never consumating the marriage my be a ground for annulment. Please seek help here. You are going to have to serve him either way by substituted service. Good luck.
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