Divorce Resources for Benton County
Washington
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- Filing fee (Washington)
- $200
- Waiting period
- 90 days
- Grounds
- No-fault only
- Property division
- Community property
- Population
- 207,560
Filing rules and fees are set by Washington law and apply throughout Benton County. Verify current amounts with the court. See the full Washington divorce guide.
Washington Divorce Laws
Learn about grounds, residency requirements, property division, and more.
View full Washington divorce guideBenton County Divorce FAQs
Is there a waiting period for divorce in Washington?
Washington has a 90 days waiting period. This applies to divorce filings throughout the state, including Benton County, and the total time to finalize depends on the court's caseload and the case itself.
How much does it cost to file for divorce in Benton County?
The court filing fee for a divorce in Washington is $200. Fee waivers may be available for filers who cannot afford the fee — ask the court clerk about the waiver process. Beyond the filing fee, the median total cost of an uncontested divorce in Washington is about $2,500 (2022 data).
Does Washington allow no-fault divorce?
Yes. Washington is a pure no-fault jurisdiction — neither spouse needs to prove wrongdoing to obtain a divorce.
How is property divided in a Washington divorce?
Washington follows community property rules: property acquired during the marriage is generally treated as belonging to both spouses. How the rules apply depends on the facts of each case.
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