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THE MARRIAGE TRIBUNAL |
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Yes, only the necessary members of the Tribunal staff will have access to your personal information. |
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The Marriage Tribunal of the Diocese of Crookston does not charge for processing cases for a declaration of nullity. |
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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Each petition is dealt with individually, so it is not possible to specify how long the process will last. Generally a decision is reached within one year of the judge’s acceptance of the case. Nevertheless, in no case can an affirmative decision or its date of issue be guaranteed. Therefore, no priest, deacon, or other parish minister is to set a date for a marriage until it is clear that both parties are free to marry. It is only if the Tribunal gives an affirmative decision, and this decision is confirmed by the Metropolitan Appellate Court, that a wedding date can be set with a parish. |
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How long will the process take? |
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What does the process cost? |
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Will my information be kept confidential? |
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Yes. Canon law requires that the Respondent be notified that a petition for a declaration of nullity has been received. Therefore, at the time that the petition is accepted the Tribunal will attempt to contact the Respondent and offer him or her the opportunity to participate in the process. The non-cooperation of the former spouse does not usually hinder the progress of the case. However, in most cases the cooperation of the other party is very helpful. |
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Must the Tribunal contact my former spouse? |
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