In New York, a verified complaint in a divorce case is a legal document that initiates the divorce process. It serves as the formal statement of the grounds for divorce and outlines the relief sought by the party filing for divorce (the plaintiff).

"Verified" means that the complaint is Essex County reckless driving lawyer||Verified Complaint New York Divorce accompanied by a sworn statement, usually an affidavit, in which the plaintiff attests to the truth of the facts stated in the complaint. This adds an extra layer of credibility and assurance to the allegations made in the complaint.

In the context of divorce, the verified complaint typically includes details such as the parties' names, addresses, date and place of marriage, grounds for divorce (which can vary but may include things like irreconcilable differences, abandonment, adultery, or cruelty), and any requests for relief, such as child custody, child support, spousal support, and division of marital property.