What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California
Sorry, I tried searching both on the main site and on the forums and maybe it's too elementary a question or I'm using the wrong search terms.
My ex husband and I are representing ourselves in our divorce. I mailed off the initial petition on Monday, following the instructions on the county's website. It says to serve the respondent after the petition is filed. Does the act of mailing it mean it is "filed" or do I have to wait until I get something back from the court saying it's been processed, have a case number, etc.?
Thanks!
Sorry, I tried searching both on the main site and on the forums and maybe it's too elementary a question or I'm using the wrong search terms.
My ex husband and I are representing ourselves in our divorce. I mailed off the initial petition on Monday, following the instructions on the county's website. It says to serve the respondent after the petition is filed. Does the act of mailing it mean it is "filed" or do I have to wait until I get something back from the court saying it's been processed, have a case number, etc.?
Thanks!