If my mother and father have been separated for over 36 years, would either need to file for a divorce before remarrying someone new?
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If my mother and father have been separated for over 36 years, would either need to file for a divorce before remarrying someone new?
Asked on April 9, 2012 under Family Law, Texas
Answers:
Alan Pransky / Law Office of Alan J Pransky
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
A marriage can only be terminated by Judicial order or death. Your parents are still married and if either one marries another person, they will be committing bigamy.
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