Decree Absolute in United Kingdom

Definition of Decree Absolute

In accordance with the work A Dictionary of Law, this is a description of Decree Absolute : A decree of divorce, nullity, or presumption of death that brings a marriage to a legal end, enabling the parties to remarry. It is usually issued six weeks after the *decree nisi (unless there are exceptional reasons why it should be given sooner). A list of decrees absolute is kept at the Divorce Registry and access to it is open to the public.

Definition of Decree Absolute

A decree absolute legally ends a marriage leaving both parties free to marry.