Form D80G: Statement in support of annulment

The D80G court form is an essential document in the process of getting an annulment (null, void or voidable) of a civil partnership or marriage. The form is used to provide the court with additional information and evidence of why the Petitioner believes they are entitled to an annulment.

The form is divided into several sections of questions, with each section covering a different aspect of the process. It starts with a standard declaration, confirming that the petitioner has read the nullity petition and authorising the court to grant an annulment (section 12 of the Matrimonial Causes Act 1973 and section 50 of the Civil Partnership Act 2004).

The next part deals with any alterations or additions the petitioner wishes to make to the original nullity petition. If the petitioner wishes to make any alterations or additions to the petition, they need to state these clearly. They will then need to answer whether all statements in the petition are true or not.

Section 4 asks the petitioner to confirm when and in what circumstances they became aware of the facts stated in Part 5 of the nullity petition. In section 5, the petitioner is asked to state whether a fact was known to them at the time of the marriage/civil partnership, if they are relying on the facts that either party suffered from a venereal disease, that either party was pregnant by another person or that either party was of a gender that had become their acquired gender under the Gender Recognition Act 2004.

Section 6 focuses on facts that either party may not have validly consented to, to the effects of mental disorder, venereal disease, gender recognition or pregnancy. Finally, Section 7 deals with an interim gender recognition certificate (if applicable).

At the end of the form, there is a statement of truth (where the petitioner needs to sign and date). This states that the facts in the statement are true and accurate. Finally, the petitioner is asked if the Respondent has signed an acknowledgement of service.

The D80G form is an important document for gaining an annulment of a civil partnership or marriage, and it is essential that it is properly completed.

When filling out this form, it is important to note that failure to include all relevant information can lead to the delay or rejection of your application. Legal advice is recommended.

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