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North Carolina Prenuptial Agreement

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North Carolina at a glance: UPAA State: Yes (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 52B-1) · Governing Law: North Carolina General Statutes Chapter 52B

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Overview

Prenuptial Agreements in North Carolina

North Carolina community property laws can be overridden by a prenup under the Uniform Premarital Agreement Act (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 52B-1, et seq.).
Key Facts

North Carolina Prenuptial Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementNorth Carolina Rule
UPAA StateYes (N.C. Gen. Stat. § 52B-1)
Governing LawNorth Carolina General Statutes Chapter 52B
Legal Requirements

North Carolina Legal Requirements

  • Must be in writing and signed.
Governing Laws

North Carolina Governing Laws

N.C. Gen. Stat. § 52B-1
Uniform Premarital Agreement Act
Adopts the UPAA.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's North Carolina legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

North Carolina Prenuptial Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Does North Carolina allow alimony waivers?

Yes, unless it makes the spouse eligible for public support.