Annulment Process

The annulment process is a legal procedure that declares a marriage invalid from the beginning, as if it never happened. This differs from divorce, which ends a valid marriage. To seek an annulment, one typically must prove specific grounds, such as fraud, coercion, or inability to consent. The process generally involves filing a petition in a court, providing evidence, and sometimes attending a hearing. If granted, the annulment clears any marital ties, allowing individuals to remarry without the stigma of a previous marriage. Each jurisdiction may have its own rules and requirements for annulment.