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Alaska does not permit irreconcilable differences type
no fault divorces but does permit incompatibility divorces and
mutual consent decrees as well as traditional fault divorces.
Incompatibility of temperament which has caused the irremediable
breakdown of the marriage. [Alaska Statutes; Title 25, Chapter
24.200]. It is a separate property state. There is residency time
requirement but you must be a bona fide resident to obtain an
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Custody is based on the best interest of the child.
Neither parent is considered to be entitled to custody. [Alaska
Statutes; Title 25, Chapter 24.150].
Property Division
Alaska is an "equitable distribution" state. Both joint and
separate property which has been acquired during the marriage will
be divided in a "just" manner. Factors considered are: (1) length
of marriage, (2) the age and health of the parties, (3) the
earning capacity of each spouse, (4) educational backgrounds,
training, employment skills, work experiences, length of absence
from the job market, and custodial responsibilities for
children during the marriage, (5) the financial condition of each
spouse, (6) the parties conduct regarding their assets, (7) the
desirability of awarding the family home to the spouse with
primary physical custody of children, (8) the time and manner of
acquisition of their property, (9) the income producing capacity
of the property and its
value, and (10) all other relevant factors. Non-monetary
contributions to the marriage (for example: home-making) are also
considered. [Alaska Statutes; Title 25, Chapters 24.160 and
24.230].
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