B. Annulment
5. Annulment is also a way to dissolve a marriage. To qualify for an annulment, there are certain specific grounds that need to be met, which are different from divorce grounds. If such grounds are satisfied, the marriage is considered “voidable”. Meaning that technically the marriage should not be valid but can continue unless steps (e.g. annulment) are taken to nullify it.
6. Just like divorce proceedings, annulment proceedings will deal with the Ancillary Matters too. However, unlike divorce, annulment proceedings can be filed within 3 years from ROM. Also, unlike divorce proceedings, there is no “simplified” track for annulment proceedings.
7. Most commonly, parties use the “non-consummation” ground. In recent times, the Family Court has scrutinized the particulars relied upon to satisfy such grounds in annulment proceedings. So, be prepared for the Judge to ask you some very personal questions as he/she probes how genuine your application is.
Annulment, a legal process distinct from divorce, provides individuals in Singapore with an alternative means of ending a marriage. This article delves into the intricacies of annulment in Singapore, exploring the legal grounds, procedural aspects, and the role of legal professionals in guiding individuals through this unique and often complex legal process.
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