Can my ex just walk into my house UK?

The short answer: no, your ex does not have the right to enter your home against your wishes. The longer answer: while he does not have a legal right to enter your home, it may be very awkward for the children to deny him access.
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Can I stop my ex coming into the house UK?

You are legally able to change the locks yourself – but be mindful that your ex can return at any point and legally change them again. They can use a locksmith or use force to gain entry. Unless they are committing a 'breach of the peace' there is nothing the police can do to stop them gaining re-entry to the property.
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Do I have to let my ex in my house?

Often times there are personality conflicts after the divorce, it may be the reason for the divorce. Once people are divorced they no longer need to share a residence or allow the divorced spouse access into private areas of their lives.
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How do I stop my ex-partner coming to my house?

An injunction could prohibit all contact from your ex-partner, whether that is direct or indirect contact. It can also prevent your ex-partner going within a certain distance of your home or place of work. In addition there are criminal sanctions for any breach of an injunction.
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Can I enter my house after separation?

Following a separation, it is best to try and reach an agreement over access to the house. It may be that your former spouse or partner needs access to remove personal belongings or paper work. This ideally should occur at a prearranged date and time.
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Can my ex change the locks on our house?

This is the case whether the property is in your joint names, only one person's name or you are renting it. Both parties therefore have the right to be in the home and you cannot exclude the other person without a court order. In such circumstances, neither party has the right to change of locks.
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Why moving out is the biggest mistake in a divorce?

You Can Damage Your Child Custody Claim

One of the most significant ways moving out can influence your divorce is when it comes to child custody. If you move out, it means you don't spend as much time with your kids. Not only can this harm your relationship, but it can also damage your custody claim.
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Can my ex come into my house?

The short answer: no, your ex does not have the right to enter your home against your wishes. The longer answer: while he does not have a legal right to enter your home, it may be very awkward for the children to deny him access. Therefore...
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What can I do if my partner won't leave?

My partner is refusing to leave the home and it is upsetting the children, what can I do? If your partner refuses to leave the family home, you may apply to the Court for an occupation order. An occupation order can exclude a person who has a legal right to reside in the home from entering it.
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What if your ex won't leave the house?

Assuming you're the only one with a legal right to be there, you may be able to charge your ex with trespassing if he doesn't leave your home voluntarily. You can call the police, but the officers may be reluctant to charge him. He's there because you once wanted him to be and you gave him permission to live with you.
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Can I lock my boyfriend out of the house?

Despite being the owner of the house, your boyfriend is not permitted to lock you out and is not entitled to engage in self-help to remove you. Depending on various facts, your boyfriend would either need to file for an eviction (if you have...
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Do I have to tell my ex husband where I live?

You don't have to disclose your new address, but if you don't, the court may not look favorably upon your decision unless there is a good reason for you to not disclose.
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Does my ex have to tell me where my child is?

What can I do to figure out my child's location? You can contact the other parent while your child is visiting them, but they aren't obligated to tell you where they are unless you have a court order that requires them to.
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Can I force my partner to move out?

What if an agreement cannot be reached? If you spouse refuses to leave the family home, they cannot be forced to leave the family home unless there is a risk of domestic violence occurring to you or your children if they were to continue living in the family home.
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Can my ex stay in the house?

Whether you are married, in a civil partnership, or cohabiting, both you and your ex-partner have a right to stay in the home, as you are both legal owners. You both also have the right to return to the property, even if you have agreed that one of you will leave.
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Can my wife moved her new partner into your house?

It is not against the law to date or even to move your partner into your home during your divorce. However, that does not necessarily mean it's a good idea. Moving your spouse into your home during a divorce could create numerous issues that might have a negative impact on your divorce proceeding.
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Can my ex kick me out of my house?

The answer to both of those questions is no. If you have lived at the home for a period of time, then you are considered a tenant and an occupant of the residence. This means you have a legal right to be in the residence and your partner cannot simply go get a no-trespass order to keep you off the property.
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Can I kick my girlfriend out of my house UK?

You can give notice verbally or in writing. Once any notice period has ended, you are within your rights to change the locks. You can't use any physical force to make her leave, because, in doing so, you might be committing a criminal offence.
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Who gets to stay in the house during separation?

Both spouses are allowed to live in the family home while they are separated, no matter who owns it. In theory, one spouse can't force the other out. A spouse who decides to leave can return whenever he or she wants to. It's better if the spouses can agree on who will stay in the home if they decide to separate.
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Do I legally have to give my ex his stuff back?

It is illegal to keep any items you took a secret. Keep in mind, however, some of the items that you choose to take initially might be deemed a marital asset and might either have to be given a cash value to split or you may have to give it back.
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Can my ex partner keep my belongings UK?

It's an offence for a person to dishonestly take property belonging to someone else with the intention of permanently depriving them of it.
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How long does my ex have to get her stuff?

Depending on where you live, an ex can be given from 30-60 days to retrieve their belongings. While 30 days should be considered a minimum deadline, you should not set a deadline for less than 30 days. This is considered to be ample time for an ex to remove their possessions.
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Does my husband have to pay the bills until we are divorced UK?

Both spouses should continue to pay any household bills they were paying prior to their decision to separate. If regular bills are not paid during this period, this can lead to either or both parties receiving County Court Judgments (CCJs), which can make it harder to obtain credit in the future.
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Is it adultery to date while separated?

Whether a couple is formally or informally separated, they are still married. That means that any extramarital relations or dating during this period could be considered adultery.
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What rights do I have if I leave the marital home?

When the individual leaves the marital home, he or she will expect a right to privacy. The same is true of the spouse that remains in the marital home. Once the individual leaves, he or she may not have a legal right to access the property if there was no upkeep or monetary payments provided for mortgage or rent.
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