§ 15-5-23 - Remarriage – Final decree.
SECTION 15-5-23
§ 15-5-23 Remarriage – Final decree.– After final decree for divorce from the bond of marriage either party may marryagain; but no decree for a divorce shall become final and operative until three(3) months after the trial and decision. Final decree from the bond of marriagemay be entered ex parte and in chambers on the suggestion of the prevailingparty at any time within thirty (30) days next after the expiration of three(3) months from the date of decision. After the expiration of the thirty (30)days, final decrees may be entered only in open court and on motion. Notice ofthe filing of the motion shall not be required in cases in which the originalpetition is unanswered.