TS, it seems like ur friend is legally married, as it has been registered in the JPN.
Under the Malaysian law, u cant file for divorce within 2 yrs from the date of marriage without first obtaining a special permission (from Courts). To get the special permission, u need to show some special circumstances and its not readily given to anyone.
Once the 2 yrs period has lapsed, u can file for divorce. Theres two types, joint petition and single petition.
Joint petition - uncontested. Basically, both parties agree to divorce, can mutually agree on division of properties, maintenance etc. Less hassle if his wife is not hostile.
single petition - contested. Both parties will have to fight for the division of property.
Bearing in mind, under the law both parties are required to go for mandatory counseling before they can file a divorce petition.
My advice is to go and set up a meeting with a lawyer and proceed from there.
engagement = married status in Malaysia Law, seeking advice
Mar 3 2014, 11:59 AM
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