I need help with Divorce!?

Question

When is a Divorce Decree notarized? I have to go to court and was told I need a witness and my Divorce Decree but I don't know exactly what I need to do. It is non-contested, no property, no children. I really need some help but I can't afford a lawyer but I was told I don't need one because it is non-contested. Any help would be greatly appreciated. I live in Arkansas, I think that might make a difference.

Answer 1

Look in the phone book for a notary public.  Then you just both have to go down and sign the paper work in front of them, pay them a small fee, and the sign it.  That is all there is to it.  I've done it myself.

Answer 2

Actually, what you'll be signing is probably your divorce petition.  If it needs to be notarized and to have a witness, you just take the paperwork to the courthouse and bring someone along as a witness.  You'll have to sign the document in the presence of a notary (there will probably be one at the courthouse) and your witness will as well.  The notary will then place their seal on the document and sign to certify that the signatures are valid.  Once your petition is filed, it will go to the court and a judge will review it to ensure that everything is within the laws of your state.  Some states require you to be present in court when this happens and some don't.  They'll be able to tell you that at the courthouse.  Once the judge reviews it and finds everything to be in order, he/she will sign the final judgment of divorce (decree).

Answer 3

So you need a divorce agreement drawn up between you two and a witness when you both sign.  Maybe that is what it means, I really don't know the answer.  Just guessing.

Answer 4

Go to your county court house with a friend and just sign the papers.

Answer 5

If you are looking to get it notarized you should be able to go down to the courthouse.  I know around here it only like 2 bucks.

Answer 6

In Colorado you can do that right at the court house.....if you can't there try some banks....bail bond offices( I know sounds strange but I used to work at one)...that is all I can think of of hand...oh try the yellow pages in the phone book....they don't usually cost much....Good luck