HB383

In alimony and support, further providing for alimony.

Introduced·1/28/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania HB383 amends alimony laws to prevent convicted offenders from receiving alimony and allows recovery of alimony paid before conviction.

Pennsylvania HB383 amends Title 23 of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes to modify alimony provisions. It prohibits a party convicted of a personal injury crime against the other party from receiving alimony, except to prevent manifest injustice. Additionally, any alimony paid by the injured party after the offense but before conviction can be recovered upon petition. The court must consider all relevant factors when determining the necessity, nature, amount, duration, and manner of alimony payment.

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History

Jan 28, 2025

House

Referred to Judiciary