QUESTION
How does infidelity affect the terms of a divorce?
Asked on Aug 17th, 2014 on Divorce - California
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My husband recently told me that he wants a divorce because of irreconcilable differences, but I found out that he is having an affair.
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California is a no fault state in regards to divorce. It does not matter as to the grounds for a divorce whether or not he had an affair.
Answered on Aug 20th, 2014 at 6:19 AM
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California is a "No-fault" divorce state. There are no grounds other than irreconcilable differences that need to be proved. Infidelity does not change the divorce terms.
Answered on Aug 19th, 2014 at 6:02 PM
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Infidelity has no bearing on a divorce case.
Answered on Aug 19th, 2014 at 5:26 AM
In California the standard reason for dissolution is irreconcilable differences because dissolution in this state is no fault. Regardless of what the underlying cause really is, the assets of the couple will still be divided equally. Therefore, infidelity does not affect the terms of dissolution. However, if you have children, the presence of a girlfriend may affect visitation. You should consult a family law attorney to review all of the facts and advise you.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2014 at 6:32 PM
Infidelity is not relevant to divorce in California. It is a no fault divorce state. Good luck.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2014 at 10:05 AM
In Calif there is no legal relevance to infidelity. We are a community property state and that's it.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2014 at 10:05 AM
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In CA infidelity is irrelevant.
Answered on Aug 18th, 2014 at 10:05 AM