Form D8: Dissolution/separation petition

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This document must be used to start dissolution or separation proceedings and is formally called a 'petition'. A dissolution order brings a civil partnership to an end. A separation order does not have this effect, but does relieve the parties to a civil partnership from their legal obligation to live together. Please note that this document is only suitable for use in England & Wales.

Version: 12837.2.29
Last updated: 23 Jan 2018

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