Annulment
Forms to annul a marriage.
Court forms for requesting or contesting an annulment action in Arizona.
Overview
An annulment is a legal process that declares a marriage invalid—as if it never legally existed. Unlike divorce, which ends a valid marriage, an annulment treats the marriage as void due to specific legal reasons.
When Annulment May Apply
Annulments in Arizona are only granted in limited situations, such as:
One spouse was already married (bigamy)
Fraud, coercion, or lack of consent at the time of marriage
Underage marriage without parental or court approval
Incapacity due to mental health or intoxication at the time of marriage
Other reasons recognized under Arizona law
Forms You’ll Need
To request or contest an annulment, you must file forms with the court. These may include:
Petition for Annulment
Summons
Response to Petition (if contested)
Notice of Hearing
Court Order/Decree of Annulment
(Exact forms may differ by county—see your local court’s self-help center for the latest requirements.)
Key Considerations for Fathers
If you and your spouse share children, the annulment process may still involve child custody, child support, and parenting time orders, just like a divorce case.
Fathers should be prepared to file additional forms related to parenting plans, support, or paternity as needed.
While annulment changes the legal status of the marriage, your rights and responsibilities as a father remain in place.
Resources & Support
The information offered on this site is made available as a public service and is not intended to take the place of legal advice. If you do not understand something, have trouble filling out any of the forms, or are not sure these forms and instructions apply to your situation, see an attorney for help. Consult a state Law Library or the Legal Aid Resources page for information on free or reduced cost legal aid for more information.
Not all forms may be accepted in all Arizona courts – you should contact the clerk of the court in which you will be filing to confirm the use of a particular form, determine whether any additional forms are required and verify the filing fees. The Arizona Bar Foundation assumes no responsibility and accepts no liability for actions taken by users of these documents, including reliance on their contents.