Adultery Grounds For Divorce

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Adultery is a ground for divorce in Utah and Idaho only if it occurs during the marriage. Forced sexual acts may be grounds for divorce under cruel treatment in Utah. Consult a local attorney for personalized advice.

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My husband cheated on me before we got married, is this grounds to claim adultery when I file for divorce?
Hello ****, in Utah, adultery is only considered a ground for divorce if it occurred during the marriage. Since this happened before your marriage, it's not considered adultery under Utah law.
My husband cheated on me before we got married, is this grounds to claim adultery when I file for divorce in Idaho?
Hello ****, under Idaho law, adultery is considered a ground for divorce if it happened during the marriage. As this incident occurred before your marriage, it would not be considered adultery for the purpose of divorce proceedings in Idaho.
Husband forced me to have sex with another woman, can I file for divorce
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. In Utah, you can file for divorce on the grounds of 'cruel treatment', which may cover your experience. Please consult with a local attorney for advice tailored to your circumstances.