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Originally Posted by Peanut
But wretched, you sound like a decent human being. What is common sense for you about how to split up and how to treat your ex and division of property etc. Is really not common sense for a lot of people (men and women both). Especially if the split is not amicable, or one person is abusive, or both people are just immature and trying to hurt each other through the kids... Any number of scenarios. The court process is there to protect the kids. As far as I know, anyways.
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Agreed, some divorces are messy, but that is what lawyers are for.
If it is amicable, and both parties agree 100%, it should be no different than applying for a marriage license. Meaning, both parties arrive at the registry together, sign the forms, and have them processed.
If there are issues, it should be up to those involved to take the proper routes to protect themselves and their children. The Government should not have the inherent right to get involved in every matter, just because they feel they know better.