New Hampshire allows no-fault divorce and also recognizes fault grounds. Most couples choose no-fault to lower conflict and cost.
You may allege irreconcilable differences. No proof of misconduct is needed, and the focus stays on property, support, and parenting arrangements.
Traditional fault grounds may include adultery, extreme cruelty, habitual drunkenness/drug abuse, desertion, imprisonment, impotence, and certain conduct injurious to health. Fault requires proof and typically adds time and expense without guaranteeing different financial outcomes.
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Do I need to prove fault to get divorced in New Hampshire?
No. Most cases proceed on irreconcilable differences without proving misconduct.
When would someone use fault grounds?
Sometimes to tell the court a fuller story, but it generally adds time and cost and rarely changes property or support outcomes.
Is legal separation available in New Hampshire?
Yes. You can pursue legal separation if you need court orders without dissolving the marriage.