How do I file for a divorce in Ohio?
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For the divorce procedure, the party filing (the petitioner) must be an Ohio resident for at least 6 months, and of the county for 90 days. For a dissolution of marriage, one party must meet these same requirements, as both are co-petitioners. You will file in the Court of Common Pleas.