North Dakota State Laws
Updated for 2026
North Dakota Divorce Laws
Your complete guide to divorce in North Dakota.
Understanding North Dakota Divorce Law
Property Division
North Dakota follows Equitable Distribution.
Fair DivisionGrounds for Divorce
No-Fault: Irreconcilable differences
Fault or No-FaultChild Custody
Courts consider best interests factors.
Best InterestsChild Support
Uses the Income Shares Model.
Income Shares ModelChild Custody Factors
1
Love, affection, and emotional ties
2
Capacity to give love and guidance
3
Childs adjustment to home, school, community
4
Mental and physical health of all parties
5
Childs interaction with parents, siblings
6
Willingness to facilitate relationship
7
Evidence of domestic violence
8
Stability of each proposed home
9
Preference of mature child
10
Moral fitness of parents
Spousal Support
Temporary Spousal Support
During proceedings
Rehabilitative Spousal Support
For training or education
Permanent Spousal Support
Long-term support
Key Statutes
N.D.C.C. 14-05-03
Grounds for Divorce
Irreconcilable differences
N.D.C.C. 14-05-24
Property Division
Equitable distribution
N.D.C.C. 14-09-06.2
Child Custody
Best interests factors
Recent Changes
2024
Parenting Plan Updates
North Dakota updated parenting plan requirements.
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