Chapter 3 - § 3.9 • DECREE OF DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

• Jurisdiction: Colorado

§ 3.9 • DECREE OF DISSOLUTION OF MARRIAGE

The court can enter a decree of dissolution of marriage only upon a finding that the parties' marriage is irretrievably broken, the 91-day domicile condition precedent was satisfied, and at least 91 days have expired since the court acquired jurisdiction over the respondent. C.R.S. § 14-10-106(1)(a). As soon as the decree is entered by the court, it is final. C.R.S. § 14-10-120(1).

At the time the court enters the decree, and to the extent it has jurisdiction to do so, it must also consider, approve, or enter orders regarding parental responsibilities, maintenance, and disposition of the marital estate. C.R.S. § 14-10-106(1)(b). However, if the court finds deferral of any such issues is "necessary in the best interests of the...