1. Fill in the names of both parties at the top.
2. Complete statement 1 by checking or writing "We both want to request for dissolution of our marriage."
3. In statement 2, fill in the county and state where the husband resides, and the date he became a resident.
4. In statement 3, provide the date and city/county/state where the marriage took place.
5. For statement 4, select one reason: “irretrievably broken” or “has serious, permanent differences or as statutorily authorized.”
6. In statement 5, confirm whether there are minor/dependent children and if the wife is pregnant; adjust wording accordingly.
7. Statement 6 confirms a marital settlement agreement exists; ensure it’s attached and signed voluntarily.
8. Statement 7 confirms all financial documents are attached and filled out.
9. In statement 8, indicate if the wife wants to restore her former name and fill in the name if applicable.
10. Statements 9 and 10 are acknowledgments of voluntary signing and understanding of consequences — no blanks to fill.
11. Statement 11 acknowledges potential legal rights being waived — no blanks to fill.
12. Statement 12 confirms neither party is a member of the military — no blanks to fill.
13. Statement 13 requests court action — no blanks to fill.
14. Both parties must sign and date the form at the bottom.
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