by Dustin Anderson

Created on: January 04, 2009   Last Updated: January 07, 2009

Love is a beautiful thing. Two people loving and caring for each other and it makes it easy to be happy. But what happens when everything goes wrong? The word divorce comes to mind and when you research it, then you become overwhelmed by the concept of divorce. A person may not know that there are many types of divorces and many different ways to go about a divorce. So which one is right for you? You have enough stress on you if you are thinking divorce, so here are some guidelines that may help you in your search for divorce.

First off let me say that depending on which state you live in there will be some minor differences. Most of the states have the some general rules and guidelines for basic divorces. Where it may vary some is when you start talking child support or alimony for the spouse. This area is where you may have to locate your local state divorce laws to get an exact definition on what your state allows or doesn't allow. Choosing the right divorce will make the process of the divorce with a little more ease.

There are several types of divorce so you will need to know why it is that you are wanting a divorce. Knowing why you want a divorce will help guide you in the right direction. There are "fault" and "no-fault" divorces. Not all states have the "Fault" divorce so check and see if you have the "fault" divorce before wanting to pursue a "fault" divorce. Another thing to consider when thinking about a "fault" divorce is that you will have to have proof. It can not be just your word against theirs. "Fault" divorce will have to prove one of the following:

1. Adultery

2. Imprisonment for a set number of years

3. Desertion for a length of time

4. Abusive or cruelty

If you can't prove any of the above then it will be a waist of time to file for a "fault" divorce. A "no fault" divorce may be the better route as just about every state has a "no fault" divorce. A "no fault" divorce is just as it sounds. Either side of the party is not at fault with the marriage even if there was some wrong doing in the marriage. The decision is based on the couple not being able to make the marriage work.

Then there is the uncontested divorce. In an uncontested divorce both parties agree on the concept of divorce. In other words, both husband and wife agree to custody of the children, alimony, no property disputes, and so on. As long as both parties agree to these standards then a "no-fault" uncontested divorce is the easiest way to go. For the most part, an uncontested divorce

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