Esteban Rada
Colombian attorney
email: info@lawyerscolombia.com
tel +57-3117693976
Marriage annulment in Colombia is a legal process that declares a marriage null and void, as if it never legally existed. Unlike divorce, which dissolves a valid marriage, annulment addresses marriages that were invalid from the outset due to specific legal reasons. This article explores the legal basis, grounds, and procedures involved in obtaining a marriage annulment in Colombia.
Legal Framework
In Colombia, the Civil Code governs the annulment of marriage. The primary legislation outlining the grounds and procedures can be found within the Colombian Civil Code and related judicial regulations. The process aims to protect individuals from marriages entered into under circumstances that violate legal or moral norms.
Grounds for Annulment
Colombian law specifies several grounds for annulment, including:
- Lack of Consent
- Underage Marriage
- Impediments to Marriage
- Mental Incapacity:
- Fraud or Deception: If consent was obtained through deceit regarding essential aspects of the marriage.
Procedures
The annulment process generally involves a lawsuit and the court reviews the evidence, hears testimonies, and evaluates whether the grounds for annulment are met.
Judgment: If the court finds sufficient grounds, it issues an annulment decree, declaring the marriage null and void.
Effects of Annulment
Once annulled, the marriage is considered never to have existed legally. This impacts legal rights related to inheritance, alimony, and parental responsibilities. It is advisable to consult legal counsel to understand the full implications.
Conclusion
Marriage annulment in Colombia is a specialized legal process designed to address marriages entered into under invalid conditions. Understanding the legal grounds and procedures is essential for individuals seeking to annul their marriage.
Consulting with a qualified family law attorney can facilitate a smoother process and ensure rights are protected, here at RADA LAW FIRM we have 20 years experience dealing with annulments.
Esteban Rada
Colombian attorney
email: info@lawyerscolombia.com
tel +57-3117693976
