In Kentucky, a separation period of 60 days is required before a divorce decree can be finalized. Fortunately, the legal definition of "separation" does not necessarily mean you and your spouse need to be living in different houses; rather, it means that you have stopped living as a married couple under the same roof.
If you and your spouse do not have any children under the age of 18 and both parties agree that they have been “separated” for 60 days, most courts will allow you to proceed with the divorce from the time of filing.
In some jurisdictions, however, the 60-day count begins when the other party is served the divorce papers. (In uncontested divorces, this is usually not an issue as both parties often acknowledge receipt or waive the need for formal service on the same day the petition is filed.)
If minor children are involved, a 60-day waiting period is required from the date the case is filed to the time when the final documents can be submitted. What’s more, courts will not consider finalizing any issues related to children until these 60 days have passed. For more information on What You Need To Know In A Kentucky Divorce, an initial consultation is your next best step.