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Petition for Dissolution of Marriage — Uncontested

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF [1. County] Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [4. Respondent Full Name], Respondent. Comes now the Petitioner, [3. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Dissolution of Marriage against the Respondent, [4. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has resided in the State of New Mexico for at least six months immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, and has the intent to remain, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Dissolution

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-1. The marriage should be dissolved.

Property and Debt Division

The parties have reached a full and complete agreement regarding the division of all community property, separate property, assets, and debts. The terms of this division are as follows: [8. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Spousal Support

The parties have agreed that spousal support shall be as follows: [9. Spousal Support Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Decree of Dissolution dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) approve the parties' agreement regarding community property, separate property, debts, and spousal support; (c) restore Petitioner's former name of [10. Former Name], if requested; and (d) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [11. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [12. Execution Date] day of [13. Execution Month, Year], at [14. City and State of Execution].

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage — Contested

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF [1. County] Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [4. Respondent Full Name], Respondent. Comes now the Petitioner, [3. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Dissolution of Marriage against the Respondent, [4. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has resided in the State of New Mexico for at least six months immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, and has the intent to remain, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are no minor children born of or adopted during this marriage.

Grounds for Dissolution

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-1. The marriage should be dissolved.

Property and Debt Division

The parties are unable to agree on the division of their community property, separate property, assets, and debts. Petitioner requests that this Court divide the parties' community property and debts. The relevant community and separate assets and liabilities include: [8. Property and Debt Description]

Spousal Support

The parties are unable to agree on spousal support. Petitioner requests that the Court award spousal support in an amount and for a duration that is just and equitable, considering the factors set forth in NMSA 1978, § 40-4-7. Relevant facts include: [9. Spousal Support Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Decree of Dissolution dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) divide the parties' community property and debts; (c) award spousal support as the Court deems just and equitable; (d) restore Petitioner's former name of [10. Former Name], if requested; and (e) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [11. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [12. Execution Date] day of [13. Execution Month, Year], at [14. City and State of Execution].

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage — Uncontested with Children

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF [1. County] Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [4. Respondent Full Name], Respondent. Comes now the Petitioner, [3. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Dissolution of Marriage against the Respondent, [4. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has resided in the State of New Mexico for at least six months immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, and has the intent to remain, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are [8. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [9. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Dissolution

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-1. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Time Sharing

The parties have reached a full agreement regarding legal custody and physical custody of the minor child(ren), in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) under NMSA 1978, § 40-4-9. The agreed parenting plan and time-sharing arrangement is as follows: [10. Parenting Plan Terms]

Child Support

The parties have reached an agreement on child support consistent with the New Mexico Child Support Guidelines (NMSA 1978, § 40-4-11.1). The agreed monthly child support amount is [11. Child Support Amount], payable by [12. Paying Parent] to [13. Receiving Parent]. Additional terms: [14. Child Support Additional Terms]

Medical and Childcare Expenses

Unreimbursed medical, dental, vision, and childcare expenses for the minor child(ren) shall be shared as follows: [15. Medical and Childcare Terms]

Property and Debt Division

The parties have reached a full and complete agreement regarding the division of all community property, separate property, assets, and debts. The terms of this division are as follows: [16. Property and Debt Division Terms]

Spousal Support

The parties have agreed that spousal support shall be as follows: [17. Spousal Support Terms]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Decree of Dissolution dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) approve the parties' parenting plan regarding custody and time sharing of the minor child(ren); (c) order child support in accordance with the parties' agreement and the New Mexico Child Support Guidelines; (d) approve the parties' community property and debt division; (e) restore Petitioner's former name of [18. Former Name], if requested; and (f) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [19. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [20. Execution Date] day of [21. Execution Month, Year], at [22. City and State of Execution].

Petition for Dissolution of Marriage — Contested with Children

IN THE DISTRICT COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO, IN AND FOR THE COUNTY OF [1. County] Case No. [2. Case Number] [3. Petitioner Full Name], Petitioner, vs. [4. Respondent Full Name], Respondent. Comes now the Petitioner, [3. Petitioner Full Name], and files this Petition for Dissolution of Marriage against the Respondent, [4. Respondent Full Name], and in support thereof respectfully states:

Jurisdiction and Residency

Petitioner has resided in the State of New Mexico for at least six months immediately preceding the filing of this Petition, and has the intent to remain, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-5. This Court has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter of this action.

Marriage Information

The parties were lawfully married on [5. Date of Marriage] in [6. City and State of Marriage], and separated on [7. Date of Separation]. There are [8. Number of Children] minor child(ren) born of or adopted during this marriage: [9. Children Names and Birthdates].

Grounds for Dissolution

The parties are incompatible, and there is no reasonable prospect of reconciliation, in accordance with NMSA 1978, § 40-4-1. The marriage should be dissolved.

Custody and Time Sharing

The parties are unable to agree on legal custody or physical custody of the minor child(ren). Petitioner requests that the Court award custody and establish a parenting plan and time-sharing arrangement in accordance with the best interests of the child(ren) under NMSA 1978, § 40-4-9. Relevant facts include: [10. Custody Dispute Facts]

Child Support

The parties are unable to agree on child support. Petitioner requests that the Court order child support in accordance with the New Mexico Child Support Guidelines (NMSA 1978, § 40-4-11.1). Relevant facts include: [11. Child Support Facts]

Medical, Dental, and Childcare Expenses

Unreimbursed medical, dental, vision, and childcare expenses for the minor child(ren) shall be allocated as follows, or as the Court determines equitable: [12. Medical and Childcare Terms]

Property and Debt Division

The parties are unable to agree on the division of their community property, separate property, assets, and debts. Petitioner requests that the Court divide the parties' community property and debts. The relevant community and separate assets and liabilities include: [13. Property and Debt Description]

Spousal Support

The parties are unable to agree on spousal support. Petitioner requests that the Court award spousal support as the Court deems just and equitable under NMSA 1978, § 40-4-7. Relevant facts include: [14. Spousal Support Facts]

Request for Relief

WHEREFORE, Petitioner respectfully requests that this Court: (a) enter a Decree of Dissolution dissolving the marriage of the parties; (b) determine legal custody and physical custody and establish a parenting plan and time-sharing arrangement in the best interests of the minor child(ren); (c) order child support in accordance with the New Mexico Child Support Guidelines; (d) divide the parties' community property and debts; (e) award spousal support as the Court deems just and equitable; (f) restore Petitioner's former name of [15. Former Name], if requested; and (g) grant such other and further relief as the Court deems just and proper. Dated: [16. Date of Signing]

Verification

I, [3. Petitioner Full Name], declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing statements are true and correct to the best of my knowledge, information, and belief. Executed this [17. Execution Date] day of [18. Execution Month, Year], at [19. City and State of Execution].