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Mexican divorce
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A quick definition of Mexican divorce:
A Mexican divorce is when a married couple gets a divorce in Mexico. It used to be popular because it was easier and quicker than getting a divorce in the United States. MFN, or most favored nation, refers to a trade agreement between countries. Michaelmas is a special day in England, and Michaelmas sittings used to be a term of court in November. However, this was abolished in 1873.
A more thorough explanation:
Definition: A term used to describe a divorce obtained in Mexico by a person who is not a resident of Mexico.
Example: John and Jane, who are both citizens of the United States, decided to get a Mexican divorce because it was quicker and easier than getting a divorce in their home state.
This example illustrates how a Mexican divorce is a way for non-residents of Mexico to obtain a divorce in a faster and easier way than in their home country.