20 C.F.R. § 222.21

Current through September 30, 2024

Section 222.21 - When marriage is terminated by final divorce

A final divorce, often referred to as an absolute divorce, completely dissolves the marriage relationship and restores the parties to the status of single persons. A legal separation, qualified or preliminary divorce, divorce from bed and board, interlocutory decree of divorce, or similar court order is not considered a final divorce for family relationship and benefit entitlement purposes.

20 C.F.R. § 222.21