Legal Nullity in California
An annulment (legal nullity) in California retroactively invalidates a marriage, treating it under the law as if it never existed. Unlike a standard divorce, short duration or mutual agreement alone is not grounds for an annulment — you must prove specific legal criteria to a judge.
Age at Time of Marriage
Either party was under 18 at the time of marriage without parental consent.
Prior Existing Marriage
One spouse was already legally married to another person (bigamy).
Unsound Mind
Either party was of unsound mind and unable to understand the nature of marriage.
Fraud
One party consented to marriage based on fraudulent misrepresentation of material facts.
Force
Either party entered the marriage under force or duress.
Physical Incapacity
Either party was physically incapable of consummating the marriage and the condition is incurable.
A Complete Annulment Package
4 Simple Steps to Your Annulment
Submit Your Info
Provide your basic information and the grounds for your annulment. Takes about 5 minutes.
Paralegal Review
Our paralegals review your case details and prepare the FL-100 Petition for Nullity.
Receive Documents
Your completed court forms are delivered within 48-72 hours with full filing instructions.
File & Attend Hearing
File with your local Superior Court and attend a brief hearing. We guide you every step.