Divorce in Arizona

The divorce rate in the state of Arizona 5.8 per 1000 population, making it much higher than the national average of 3.6 per 1000 population. The rules concerning divorce differ in each state, and Arizona is no exception. In the state, divorce may be fault or no fault. For a no fault divorce, the marriage must be irretrievably broken. There is also a higher form of marriage, covenant marriage, in the state. It is more difficult to file for divorce under this form of marriage. Grounds include matters such as abuse and adultery.