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A series of steps required before filing divorce papers, including case registration, counseling, and a certificate of completion.

Divorce cases involving children under 21 require mandatory counseling and parenting programs before filing divorce papers.

A way to bypass the standard steps before filing a divorce case, but determined by the court discretion.

Divorce cases must have a mediation step, aimed at resolving the case via agreement.

Formal agreement concluded during mediation, outlining the terms of the divorce, signed by parties and their lawyers.

A meeting in divorce cases if mediation fails, with directions on filing statements and meeting requirements.

A judge can order a divorce if the husband agrees with the divorce or the wife provides legal grounds, otherwise it goes to arbitration (haqam).

A talaq (divorce) uttered outside of court, requiring affirmation in court.

Court procedure for confirming a talaq (divorce) to ensure its validity,

The number of talaqs pronounced affects the divorce's impact and reconciliation possibility.

Possibility of reuniting after divorce, but only for limited divorce cases.

Ceremony to re-establish marital union, following divorce.

A divorce procedure where a wife requests a divorce certificate after a talaq is given by her husband.

Divorce when there's violation of marriage agreement; husband did something in violation of agreement or falls into categories of fasad.

A type of divorce based on specific societal factors, not explained.

Important to look into marriage certificate for the conditions of the marriage.

The court prioritizes the child's well-being when deciding custody, considering physical, material, emotional, and spiritual aspects.

While a parent's religion matters, it's not the deciding factor in custody. The court focuses on the child's overall well-being.

The court considers a child's spiritual development, including religious upbringing and exposure to a religious environment.

Shari'ah Courts have power to make orders only for the parents of the child, not other relatives like grandparents.

The Sharia Court often interviews children for their perspective during custody decisions, unlike the Family Justice Court.

Financial support provided to the wife after divorce, specifically for a period when she cannot remarry. This period is usually three months.

A lump sum payment made by the husband to the wife after divorce, calculated based on the length of the marriage. It's intended to help the wife start anew.

Similar to Nafkah Edah (maintenance), the amount of Mutaha is determined based on the husband's ability to pay and the length of the marriage.

In Singapore, husbands often request payment in installments or deductions from their share of property sales to avoid a large lump sum payment.

Similar to Family Justice Court, the best interests of the child are the primary consideration in custody cases under Muslim law.

Some countries have codified Muslim law, meaning laws are written down and organized for easy understanding and application.

In codified Muslim law, there might be a ranking for who gets custody (first, second, third priority) based on different factors.

In Singapore, courts do not automatically rule based on perceived social order. Conduct of the parents is not the deciding factor in custody cases.

A Singapore case where the court ruled that a wife's conduct did not automatically lead to losing custody of the child.

A critical factor in determining the amount of maintenance and other financial obligations, such as Mutaha.

A type of divorce in Islamic law where the husband pronounces the divorce. It can be granted even if the husband doesn't pronounce it, as long as certain conditions are met.

Conditions included in the marriage contract that give grounds for divorce. It can vary from country to country and may not be present in every marriage contract.

A legal provision that provides grounds for a wife to seek divorce even if the husband doesn't pronounce it. It's a list of circumstances that justify the divorce, such as abandonment or cruelty.

If none of the specific grounds for divorce listed in FASA apply, there's a catch-all ground allowing divorce on 'any other just ground.' This often applies to situations like religious conversion of a spouse.

It's a type of divorce initiated by the wife, but she has to pay a sum (usually nominal) to the husband.

Most wives don't want to pay their husband for a divorce, even a symbolic amount. This is because it's seen as unfair and contrary to the norm.

The court usually sets a very small amount for the wife to pay, sometimes as low as $1. This makes it more symbolic than a financial burden. The purpose is to avoid the appearance of the husband being at fault.

These are orders issued by the court along with a divorce decree, determining issues like custody, spousal maintenance, and division of property.

Ancillary orders aim to establish a fair and practical plan for the family's future after divorce. They cover aspects like child custody, financial support, and the division of assets. This ensures that both parties and any children are taken care of during and after the divorce proceedings.