What Happens Next?
For now, both parties are considered “legally separated.” This allows each to move forward independently in their personal lives, but until the court grants the final decree, neither is free to remarry.
Finalization:
- The court reviews the summary dissolution petition and property agreement.
- If all requirements are met and six months have passed, the court issues a final judgment of dissolution.
- Only then are the parties considered divorced under California law.
California’s family law structure is clear and unwavering. Whether you’re a Hollywood star or an ordinary citizen, the rules apply equally. The state’s six-month cooling-off period was created to discourage hasty divorces and allow for careful consideration, and it’s become a defining feature of the California legal landscape.
Even when a marriage feels “over” socially or emotionally, the law sets the timeline—not the couple, not the media, not the fans.
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