HB 2502
An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in dissolution of marital status, further providing for decree of court.
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania law regarding divorce and annulment proceedings. It allows a court to issue a divorce decree before fully resolving financial and property issues if both parties agree, or if specific circumstances exist, such as a protection from abuse order or a criminal charge against a party. The court can also enter a divorce decree without both parties’ consent and without demonstrating compelling circumstances in certain situations, including when a protection from abuse order is in place or a party has been charged or convicted of a personal injury crime.
Key provisions
- Allows a court to enter a divorce decree before finalizing all financial matters with the consent of both parties.
- Provides for a court to enter a divorce decree without both parties’ consent under specific circumstances.
- Outlines circumstances where a court can enter a divorce decree without demonstrating compelling circumstances (e.g., protection from abuse order, criminal charge).
- Specifies that economic protections must be provided for minor children if a divorce is granted before the final determination of financial issues.
- Addresses the conditions under which a court can enter a decree of divorce or annulment prior to the final determination and disposition of the matters provided for in subsection (b).
- Clarifies the requirements for a moving party to demonstrate compelling circumstances and economic protections.
- Defines specific situations where a divorce decree can be entered without consent or compelling circumstances.
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R. Lee James
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