#254Family, education and everyday lawAuf Deutsch

In Deutschland dürfen Ehepaare sich scheiden lassen. Meistens müssen sie dazu das "Trennungsjahr" einhalten. Was bedeutet das?

In Germany, married couples are allowed to divorce. They usually have to observe the "year of separation" for this. What does that mean?

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ADer Scheidungsprozess dauert ein Jahr.
BDie Ehegatten sind ein Jahr verheiratet, dann ist die Scheidung möglich.
CDas Besuchsrecht für die Kinder gilt ein Jahr.
DDie Ehegatten führen mindestens ein Jahr getrennt ihr eigenes Leben. Danach ist die Scheidung möglich.

Explanation

The separation year is a legal provision in German family law designed to ensure that spouses seriously contemplate their separation before filing for divorce. During this year, the partners live apart, allowing them to reconsider their decision and address any potential conflicts. This regulation also aims to promote family stability and the well-being of children.

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