Divorce Act No. 10 of 1997, Antigua and Barbuda

The Divorce Act of 1997 governs the dissolution and nullity of marriage and related matters in Antigua & Barbuda. The Act sets out the grounds upon which a court may grant a divorce, it grants courts the authority to order the provision of support for a spouse or children, as well as to make orders regarding custody of children. The Act also outlines the duties of legal advisors and the court in divorce proceedings and the procedures for enforcement of court orders and appeals of court orders or judgments.

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