SB385

In alimony and support, further providing for alimony pendente lite, counsel fees and expenses.

Introduced·3/6/25
Introduced Text

Pennsylvania SB385 amends alimony and support laws, prohibiting spousal support for convicted personal injury offenders unless manifest injustice is.

Pennsylvania SB385 amends Title 23 (Domestic Relations) to modify alimony pendente lite and spousal support provisions. It prohibits a party convicted of a personal injury crime against the other party from receiving spousal support or alimony pendente lite, unless the court finds manifest injustice. In such cases, the court must review any history of harassment or protection from abuse orders. Any payments made by the injured party before the conviction can be recovered upon petition.

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History

Mar 6, 2025

Senate

Referred to Judiciary