Divorce grounds in Louisiana are divided into:
There is only one no-fault divorce ground in Louisiana, which is:
Separation
If you and your partner have been living seperately (seperation) for one hundred and eight days (108), both spouses can claim divorce under this divorce ground in Louisiana.
Fault divorce grounds in Louisiana are:
Adultery
Adultery is considered a crime and a valid divorce ground in Louisiana. You can file for divorce if your spouse has been cheating on you.
Commital of a Felony
If your spouse commits a felony and the court sentences him or her to imprisonment of hard labour or death, you can seek divorce using this divorce ground in Louisiana.
Physical and Sexual Abuse
This is also a legal divorce ground in Louisiana. You can file for a divorce decree if your spouse physcially or sexually abuses you or your child.
Seperation for One Year
Willful seperation of both you and your spouse for one year or more entitles both of you to a right to divorce each other.
Contact a professional divorce attorney or divorce lawyer for detailed inforamtion regarding divorce grounds in Louisiana.
