Follow the instructions below when annulment permits initial entitlement or reentitlement:
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Always get a copy of the annulment decree. Follow procedures in GN 00301.015. If the decree does not show why the annulment was granted, ask the claimant to submit
a copy of the complaint filed in the proceedings.
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When a marriage is absolutely void under State law, the parties do not always have
to have the marriage annulled by a court. If such a marriage is alleged, get from
the claimant a statement fully explaining the conditions or circumstances which made
the marriage void. See policy in GN 00301.015
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If voidable, determine whether the State court was empowered to grant permanent alimony.
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If necessary, follow the procedures in GN 01010.800 for possible submittal to the Office of General Counsel per GN 01010.815.
CAUTION: See policy in GN 00305.085 A.3. if claimant is a divorced putative spouse or widow(er).