The divorce rate in the Rochester-Finger Lakes region is down to its lowest level in at least 15 years.
That's according to an analysis of New York State Health Department statistics by a local law firm.
Attorney Edward McClenathan of Tully Rinckey, PLLC, says the number of divorces started to decline after peaking when New York State first allowed "no-fault" divorces in 2010.
"I'd like to think that because the numbers are going down that people are taking their vows more seriously and deciding stay married, but I've been doing this too long to believe that. I think maybe there are just fewer people ready to pull the trigger," he said.
McClenathan said there are also various factors that influence whether people consider divorce.
"I think there are societal pressures. I think there are people who believe marriage is sacred and they will not get divorced unless it's the absolute last thing they have to do. I think cost is a big factor."
The region's biggest decline in divorce was seen in Monroe County, which had a 17.8 percent drop between 2012 and 2013.
