Divorce in Nevada

The state of Nevada has a divorce rate of 9.1 per 1000 population. It should be of no surprise that the state has the largest divorce rate in the entire country, since it is known for its quickie weddings and divorces. It compared much greater than the national average of 3.6 per 1000. In the state of Nevada, divorce may be granted due to fault or no-fault. In Nevada, property may be distributed due to the community property rule which states that any property gained by both parties during the marriage is owned by both of them and must be distributed appropriately.