Legal separation is a possible step towards divorce under the law. A couple is legally separated only if the couple has successfully petitioned a court to recognize their separation; simply living apart does not constitute separation for these purposes.

Legal separation does not automatically lead to divorce. The couple may reconcile, in which case they need do nothing in order to remain married. If they do not reconcile, and wish to divorce after the statutory time period, they must file for divorce explicitly.

A period of legal separation may constitute grounds for divorce and some countries require some period of legal separation before a divorce can take effect. North carolina requires a separation period before divorce.

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