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Thirteen Legal Grounds for Divorce in Georgia

C. Trimble • December 3, 2024
  1. Irretrievably Broken Marriage: The marriage is beyond repair, with no fault assigned to either spouse.
  2. Cruelty: Physical or mental abuse by one spouse toward the other.
  3. Adultery: If one spouse cheats, they may be barred from receiving alimony.
  4. Abandonment: Leaving a spouse without justification for over a year.
  5. Mental Incapacity: One spouse could not consent to the marriage.
  6. Chronic Mental Illness: A spouse suffers from a mental disorder with no hope for recovery.
  7. Impotence: If one spouse is impotent at marriage, it may serve as grounds for divorce.
  8. Fraudulent or Forced Marriage: Marriages entered under duress or deception can be annulled.
  9. Pregnancy Concealed at Marriage: If a wife is pregnant without the husband’s knowledge at the time of marriage.
  10. Criminal Conviction: A spouse convicted of a serious crime involving moral turpitude and sentenced to two years or more in prison.
  11. Habitual Alcohol Abuse: Persistent alcohol misuse by a spouse.
  12. Habitual Drug Abuse: Ongoing substance abuse issues affecting marital stability.
  13. Incestuous Marriage: Marriages between closely related individuals are prohibited.


The first four grounds are cited far more frequently than the remaining nine.


Whether you are considering filing for divorce or have received divorce papers, we are here to support you through this process and help you understand your legal options. Our team can assist you in identifying the grounds for your divorce and achieving the outcome you deserve. Contact us today at 770-741-1570 for compassionate guidance during this challenging time.

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