Annulment vs. Divorce

Annulment and divorce are both legal processes that end a marriage, but they differ in how they treat the marriage itself. A divorce acknowledges that the marriage existed and ends it legally, addressing matters like property division and custody. An annulment, on the other hand, declares that the marriage was never valid from the start, as if it never happened. This can be due to reasons like fraud or incapacity. Annulment typically does not require division of assets as there’s no legally recognized marriage to divide. Understanding these differences is essential for anyone considering ending a marriage.