HB 2346
An Act amending Title 23 (Domestic Relations) of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, in property rights, further providing for equitable division of marital property; and, in alimony and support, further providing for alimony.
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Bill overview
This bill amends Pennsylvania’s laws regarding divorce proceedings. Specifically, it modifies rules for the equitable division of marital property, allowing courts to award the right to reside in a family home and adjusting how assets are distributed when one party has been convicted of a personal injury crime. It also changes the rules for alimony, stating that a convicted party may not receive alimony unless it’s necessary to prevent manifest injustice, and that any alimony paid before conviction can be recovered.
Key provisions
- The court can now award either party the right to reside in the marital residence during divorce proceedings.
- A party convicted of a personal injury crime against their spouse may not receive a percentage of marital assets unless it’s necessary to prevent manifest injustice.
- A convicted party cannot be awarded the right to reside in the marital residence unless it’s necessary to prevent manifest injustice.
- Any alimony paid to a convicted party before their conviction can be recovered by the injured party.
- Marital misconduct of either party will be considered when determining alimony.
- The court will consider abuse as defined in section 6102 when determining alimony.
Who is affected
- Individuals going through divorce proceedings in Pennsylvania.
- Spouses involved in divorce cases.
- Pennsylvania courts.
- Legal professionals handling divorce cases.
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R. Lee James
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