25-311. Jurisdiction; form of petition; award
of decree
A. The superior court is vested with original jurisdiction to hear and decide all
matters arising pursuant to this chapter and pursuant to chapter 4, article 1 of this
title.
B. A proceeding for dissolution of marriage or legal separation shall be entitled,
"in re the marriage of _____________ and _______________." A custody or support
proceeding shall be entitled, "in re the (custody) (support) of _______________."
C. The initial pleading in all proceedings under this chapter and under chapter 4,
article 1 of this title shall be denominated a petition. A responsive pleading shall be
denominated a response.
D. A decree of dissolution or of legal separation, if made, shall not be awarded to
one of the parties but shall provide that it affects the status previously existing
between the parties in the manner decreed.
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