California Cheap Divorce - Information
An uncontested proceeding requires a joint petition which is a document requesting dissolution signed by both
parties and declaring substantial agreement. Further requirements include:
2401. (a) Proceeding for summary dissolution of the marriage shall be commenced by filing a joint
petition in the form prescribed by the Judicial Council. (b) The petition shall be signed under oath by both the
husband and the wife, and shall include all of the following: (1) A statement that as of the date of the filing
of the joint petition all of the conditions set forth in Section 2400 have been met. (2) The mailing address of
both the husband and the wife. (3) A statement whether or not the wife elects to have her maiden or former name
restored, and, if so, the name to be restored. California Divorce Information - Revocation
State regulations permit parties to change their mind before a final order is granted. The Family Code
permits motions for revocation, subject to the following:
2402. (a) At any time before the filing of application for judgment pursuant to Section 2403, either
party to the marriage may revoke the joint petition and thereby terminate the summary dissolution proceeding
filed pursuant to this chapter. (b) The revocation shall be effected by filing with the clerk of the court where
the proceeding was commenced a notice of revocation in such form and content as shall be prescribed by the
Judicial Council. (c) The revoking party shall send a copy of the notice of revocation to the other party by
first-class mail, postage prepaid, at the other party's last known address.
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