How do I prove adultery in court?

US courts generally do not require proof of actual sexual intercourse — only sexual intimacy, inclination, and opportunity. Admissible evidence includes: dating app profiles (Tinder, Bumble, Hinge), romantic text messages or DMs, hotel receipts, location tags together, photos with a paramour, and witness testimony. In fault states like Texas, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia, proven adultery can bar alimony entirely or result in a disproportionate property division. The critical rule: screenshots alone are increasingly rejected under Griffin v. State (Md. 2011). Courts require authenticated, metadata-rich evidence — which is exactly what ProofSnap produces.

Which US states still allow fault-based divorce grounds like adultery?

All 50 states allow no-fault divorce, but approximately 35 states still offer fault-based grounds including adultery. Key fault states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Vermont, and Virginia, plus the District of Columbia. In Georgia (OCGA 19-6-1), a spouse can be barred from alimony if the separation between the parties was caused by that spouse's adultery or desertion. In North Carolina (NCGS 50-16.3A), pre-separation 'illicit sexual behavior' bars alimony. In Texas, adultery does not bar spousal maintenance but can result in a disproportionate share of the marital estate under Tex. Fam. Code § 7.001. Virginia treats adultery as a threshold issue before deciding spousal support under VA Code § 20-107.1.

Can text messages be used as evidence in a US divorce?

Yes. Text messages and WhatsApp conversations are routinely admitted in US divorce proceedings under FRE 901(a). Authentication typically requires showing the sender's phone number, timestamps, and distinctive characteristics (writing style, nicknames, references to private facts). Critical: once your spouse realizes divorce is coming, they have a duty to preserve messages — destroying them triggers spoliation sanctions. In Allied Concrete Co. v. Lester (Va. 2013), an attorney who told his client to delete Facebook photos was hit with $542,000 in sanctions. Capture text conversations immediately with ProofSnap before 'delete for everyone' removes them from both phones.

How do I prove my spouse is hiding assets?

Look for contradictions between sworn financial declarations and lifestyle evidence: luxury vacations on Instagram, new car posts, restaurant check-ins, designer shopping hauls, Venmo/PayPal transactions, and Cash App screenshots. Multiple Texas family courts have increased support orders after social media evidence revealed luxury spending that contradicted hardship claims. Financial apps are particularly powerful — Venmo transactions, PayPal transfers, and Zelle payments can reveal unreported income, cash gifts to paramours, or undisclosed business accounts. Capture each piece with ProofSnap to create timestamped forensic proof before your spouse sets accounts to private.

What's the difference between a screenshot and ProofSnap evidence in a divorce case?

A screenshot is a single image file with no metadata, no independent timestamp, and no way to verify it hasn't been edited — anyone can fabricate one in 30 seconds with Inspect Element. Courts are increasingly skeptical. In Griffin v. State (Md. 2011), Maryland's highest court reversed a conviction because social media printouts lacked authentication. In Mendones v. Cushman & Wakefield (Cal. Super. 2025), a case was dismissed for submitting deepfake video exhibits and altered photographs. ProofSnap creates a 13-file forensic package with SHA-256 hash, blockchain timestamp, digital signature, chain of custody, full page HTML, metadata, and forensic log — evidence that meets FRE 901(b)(9) authentication by process and survives cross-examination.

Is it legal to screenshot my spouse's social media or dating profile?

Generally yes, if the content is publicly visible or visible to you through normal use. You can capture public Facebook posts, Instagram photos, public tweets, and dating profiles visible to you as a logged-in user. However, do NOT log into your spouse's accounts without permission — this may violate the Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA) and state computer crimes laws. Also do not install spyware or keyloggers — this is a federal crime under the Electronic Communications Privacy Act. Stick to content that is public or shared with you. When in doubt, ask your divorce attorney before capturing.

Does adultery affect alimony or property division in my state?

It depends on your state. In Georgia, proven adultery can completely bar alimony (OCGA 19-6-1). In North Carolina, 'illicit sexual behavior' before separation bars alimony under NCGS 50-16.3A. In South Carolina, adultery before a written separation agreement or permanent support order bars alimony (SC Code 20-3-130). In Virginia, adultery must be considered as a threshold issue before spousal support is awarded. In Texas, adultery does not bar spousal maintenance but can result in a disproportionate share of community property. In California, Florida, and most no-fault-only states, adultery typically does not directly affect alimony — but dissipation of marital assets on an affair (hotels, gifts, vacations) can reduce the offending spouse's share.

What happens if my spouse deletes evidence after divorce is filed?

Spoliation of evidence triggers severe sanctions in US courts. The leading case is Allied Concrete Co. v. Lester (Va. 2013), where an attorney who told his client to 'clean up' Facebook photos was hit with $542,000 in sanctions, the client with $180,000, and the attorney received a 5-year suspension. Courts can also impose adverse inference instructions (jury is told to assume the deleted evidence was unfavorable), monetary sanctions, attorney fee awards, or dismissal of claims. BUT — sanctions only apply if the opposing party can prove the evidence existed. That's why capturing forensic snapshots with ProofSnap before deletion is critical: your blockchain-timestamped proof becomes the basis for spoliation motions.

Is blockchain timestamp evidence admissible in US family court?

Yes. Federal Rules of Evidence 901(b)(9) allows authentication of electronic evidence through 'evidence describing a process or system and showing that it produces an accurate result.' Blockchain timestamps (via OpenTimestamps / Bitcoin) provide immutable, independently verifiable proof of when evidence was captured — satisfying this standard. In Matter of M.S. (N.Y. Ct. App. 2026, Slip Op. 00825), New York's Court of Appeals threw out hacked-camera video evidence in a 4-3 decision because the county failed to lay a proper authentication foundation, demonstrating that courts are increasingly strict. ProofSnap's blockchain timestamps, SHA-256 hashing, and digital signatures are designed to meet FRE 901 across all three competing authentication approaches (Maryland/Griffin strict, Texas/reasonable juror, federal/circumstantial).

Can DMs be used as evidence in divorce court?

Yes. Direct messages from Instagram, Facebook Messenger, Twitter/X, WhatsApp, Snapchat, and dating apps (Tinder, Bumble, Hinge) are routinely admitted as evidence in US divorce court when properly authenticated under FRE 901. Courts treat DMs identically to text messages and emails. The authentication challenge is proving who sent them — circumstantial evidence like nicknames, writing style, and private details often suffices under the 'reasonable juror' standard. ProofSnap captures DM conversations with full metadata, timestamps, and blockchain anchoring, meeting FRE 901(b)(9) process authentication without needing a forensic expert witness.

Does cheating affect custody decisions in divorce?

Generally no — adultery alone doesn't change custody. US courts focus on the child's best interests, not parental misconduct. BUT cheating becomes relevant when it directly affects parenting: exposing children to unsafe partners, neglecting parental duties during custody time, substance use around kids, or dissipation of funds needed for child support. Evidence of a parent's Instagram showing drinking or partying during custody weekends, Venmo transfers to a paramour that should have gone to child expenses, or social posts contradicting parenting capacity claims can shift custody determinations. Capture these posts with ProofSnap before they're deleted.

Can I hire a private investigator for divorce evidence instead of using ProofSnap?

You can — but it's far more expensive. Licensed private investigators charge $75–$200 per hour for divorce surveillance, with typical investigations costing $2,000–$10,000. They can legally photograph public activities, track vehicles in public spaces, and interview witnesses. However, they cannot access private accounts, record without consent in two-party-consent states (CA, CT, DE, FL, IL, MD, MA, MI, MT, NH, OR, PA, WA), or capture content you don't already have access to. For digital evidence (social media, texts, Venmo, Instagram posts), ProofSnap is a DIY alternative at $4.99 that produces court-admissible forensic packages without the private investigator hourly bill.

How do I prove dissipation of marital assets in a no-fault divorce?

Dissipation means one spouse wasted marital funds on non-marital purposes during the breakdown of the marriage. To prove it, you need evidence of: (1) expenditures during the marital breakdown period, (2) non-marital purpose (affair, gambling, gifts to paramour, hidden accounts), and (3) depletion of marital property. Critical evidence includes Venmo/PayPal/Zelle transfer histories, credit card statements, hotel receipts, Coinbase or other crypto wallet transfers, and Instagram posts showing luxury spending. In no-fault states (CA, FL, NY), dissipation is the primary path to shift property division. Capture financial app histories with ProofSnap immediately — once your spouse deactivates the account or deletes the data, recovery is difficult.

How can I prove my husband is cheating on me in court?

You don't need to prove sexual intercourse — US courts generally accept circumstantial evidence showing 'inclination and opportunity.' The strongest evidence types are: active dating app profiles (Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Raya), romantic DMs or text messages, hotel check-ins or travel records, location tags placing your husband with a third party, Venmo or credit card transactions to hotels and restaurants, and photos on social media with the paramour. In fault states (GA, NC, SC, VA), a pattern of this evidence can bar alimony entirely. In no-fault states (CA, FL, NY), it supports dissipation claims that shift property division. Critical rule: plain iPhone screenshots are increasingly rejected for lack of authentication (Griffin v. State, Md. 2011). Capture with ProofSnap to get SHA-256 hash, blockchain timestamp, and metadata that meet FRE 901(b)(9) authentication standards.

What evidence do I need to prove my wife is hiding money in a divorce?

Hidden assets in divorce typically show up as contradictions between sworn financial declarations and actual lifestyle. Look for: Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, and Cash App transaction histories showing unreported income or transfers to undisclosed accounts; new Coinbase or Kraken crypto wallet activity; Instagram or Facebook luxury posts (vacations, designer purchases, new vehicles) that contradict hardship claims; LinkedIn updates revealing side businesses or consulting income; and hotel or restaurant check-ins inconsistent with reported expenses. Capture each piece with ProofSnap before your wife sets accounts to private or deletes the data. In California and other no-fault states, this evidence supports a dissipation-of-community-assets claim that can shift the 50/50 property split. In Texas, it can result in a disproportionate share of community property under Family Code § 7.001.

Are iPhone screenshots enough to prove cheating in divorce court?

Usually not — not on their own. iPhone screenshots are missing critical metadata: no independent timestamp (EXIF can be edited), no URL verification, no HTML source, no chain of custody. Under Federal Rules of Evidence 901, the proponent must authenticate that the screenshot is what it claims to be. In Griffin v. State (Md. 2011), Maryland's highest court reversed a conviction because MySpace printouts lacked authentication. In Commonwealth v. Mangel (Pa. 2018), Facebook posts were excluded for lack of proof of authorship. A plain iPhone screenshot typically requires witness testimony about the capture process, or a forensic expert witness ($5,000–$15,000) to authenticate. ProofSnap produces a 13-file forensic package with SHA-256 hashing, OpenTimestamps blockchain anchoring, and chain of custody — evidence that self-authenticates under FRE 902(13) and 902(14), often without needing a live expert.

Divorce Evidence · United States

· Updated April 14, 2026 · 12 min read

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Divorce evidence in the US — what actually holds up in court

How do you prove adultery in court?: US courts don't require proof of intercourse — only inclination and opportunity. Dating app profiles (Tinder, Bumble, Hinge), romantic DMs, hotel check-ins, location tags, and photos with a paramour are all admissible under FRE 901.
Are text messages and screenshots admissible in divorce court?: Yes, but they must be authenticated. Plain iPhone screenshots are increasingly rejected (Griffin v. State, Md. 2011). Courts now prefer metadata-rich forensic captures with SHA-256 hashing, blockchain timestamps, and chain of custody — which meet FRE 901(b)(9) process authentication.
Does adultery affect alimony or property division?: Depends on the state. Fault states (GA, NC, SC, VA) can completely bar alimony. Texas allows disproportionate community property division. No-fault states (CA, FL, NY) use dissipation of marital assets — capture Venmo, Coinbase, hotel spending to shift property division.
How do you prove your spouse is hiding assets?: Look for contradictions between sworn financial declarations and lifestyle: Instagram vacation posts, Venmo/PayPal/Zelle transfers to the paramour, new Coinbase/Kraken crypto wallets, luxury purchases, hotel check-ins. Capture all of it with timestamps before your spouse sets accounts to private.
Can I sue my spouse's affair partner?: As of April 2026, in 5 US states — Hawaii, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Dakota, and Utah — you can file "alienation of affection" tort claims. NC is the most active, with verdicts exceeding $1M. (NM abolished it in Jan 2026; UT eliminates it May 2026 under SB 109.) Authenticated digital evidence is essential.
What's the cheapest way to get court-admissible divorce evidence?: ProofSnap SnapPack $4.99 (10 forensic captures), compared with a forensic expert witness at $5,000–$15,000 or a private investigator at $2,000–$10,000. All packages meet FRE 901 authentication standards and are admissible in all 50 states.

Reviewed April 14, 2026 · Sources: FRE 901, AAML, state statutes linked throughout

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Your US divorce emergency evidence checklist:

Spouse's dating app profiles — Tinder, Bumble, Hinge, Match, Raya, Feeld. The gold standard of adultery evidence — profiles vanish the moment divorce is mentioned. Spouse's social profiles — Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, LinkedIn. Capture profile page, recent posts, tagged photos, location check-ins. WhatsApp / Messenger / iMessage — Open WhatsApp Web, Messenger, or iCloud Messages in Chrome. Capture threatening, incriminating, or abusive conversations before "delete for everyone" removes them. Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, Cash App — Transaction history reveals hidden spending: hotels, gifts, cash transfers to undisclosed accounts. Dissipation of marital funds — Transfers to new crypto wallets (Coinbase, Kraken), new bank accounts, gifts/trips with the paramour. Critical in no-fault states (CA, FL, NY) where this is the only path to shift property division. Luxury lifestyle posts — Vacations, designer hauls, new cars contradicting sworn hardship affidavits. Parenting fitness posts — Substance use, reckless behavior, or party photos during custody time. Evidence for supervised visitation or modification of parenting plan. Threats, admissions & abusive messages — Texts, DMs, or emails with threats, admissions of affair, coercive control, or abusive language. Critical for protective orders and custody determinations.

Need money fast? You can file for temporary support (pendente lite) early in your case, and evidence of hidden income or dissipation directly shifts the amount. Timing varies by jurisdiction — some rural counties set hearings in 6–8 weeks, while busy metros (LA, NYC, Miami, Atlanta) typically run 2–6 months. Ask your attorney about your local court's docket. Capture the evidence now so it's ready when the motion goes in.

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$722,000

Allied Concrete Co. v. Lester (Va. 2013) — $8.5M wrongful death + injury verdict. Attorney instructed client to "clean up" Facebook photos. $722,000 in sanctions ($542K on attorney, $180K on client). Attorney resigned and received a 5-year suspension. THE defining evidence spoliation case.

Source: Court records, verified. THE spoliation precedent for divorce attorneys.

REVERSED

Griffin v. State (Md. 2011) — Maryland's highest court reversed a conviction because MySpace printouts were not properly authenticated. Established three authentication methods for social media evidence. THE authentication standards case — still cited in every US family court ruling on digital evidence.

Source: Court records, verified. Established the FRE 901 framework for social media.

THROWN OUT

Matter of M.S. (N.Y. Ct. App. 2026) — NY Court of Appeals threw out hacked-camera videos in a Family Court Act article 10 (child protection) proceeding after a 4-3 split: the county failed to authenticate the recordings under People v. Patterson. Though M.S. arose in a child protection matter, its authentication reasoning is persuasive across NY family law including divorce.

Source: Court records, 2026. Authentication is non-negotiable.

DISMISSED

Mendones v. Cushman & Wakefield (Cal. Super. 2025) — Case dismissed with prejudice for submitting fabricated video exhibits and altered photographs. Among the first known AI-evidence sanctions. Signal to family courts: fabricated or unauthenticated digital evidence = case over.

Source: Court records, 2025. First known deepfake sanctions case.

Are screenshots admissible in US divorce court? Why judges reject them.

Your spouse's attorney will challenge every screenshot as fabricated. In Griffin v. State, printouts were rejected. In Mangel, Facebook posts were excluded for lack of proof of authorship. In Mendones, deepfake evidence got a case dismissed. US courts now demand authenticated digital evidence.

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No independent timestamp — EXIF can be edited
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No URL verification, no HTML source
No chain of custody documentation
Just 1 .png file — vulnerable under FRE 901
Challenged under Griffin/Mangel precedent
May require expert witness ($5K–$15K) to authenticate

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Full metadata: URL, IP, headers, TLS certificate, cookies
Forensic log + chain of custody documentation
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Meets FRE 901(b)(9) process authentication
Self-authenticating under FRE 902(13) + 902(14)

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No-fault ≠ no-evidence. How your state rewards divorce evidence.

Every state lets evidence shape your outcome — just through different levers. No-fault states (CA, FL, NY, TX) use dissipation and lifestyle evidence to shift property division. Fault states (GA, NC, SC, VA) can bar alimony entirely. All paths require authenticated, timestamped proof.

Does adultery matter in a California divorce? Yes — through dissipation.

California is pure no-fault, and under Family Code § 2335 misconduct evidence is generally inadmissible — EXCEPT when relevant to dissipation of community assets, parental fitness in custody, or domestic violence under § 4320(i).

What wins: Venmo/Zelle/Cash App transfers to the paramour, Coinbase transfers, credit card statements showing hotel & trip spending, Instagram luxury posts. These shift the 50/50 community property split and affect pendente lite support calculations.

Does adultery affect alimony in Florida? Yes — after the 2023 reform.

No-fault under Fla. Stat. § 61.052, but § 61.08(1) allows courts to "consider the adultery of either spouse" when determining alimony. Dissipation is directly relevant to equitable distribution.

2023 alimony reform: Permanent alimony abolished. Durational alimony capped by marriage length. Evidence of cohabitation or dissipation can terminate or reduce awards mid-case.

Can social media be used as evidence in New York divorce? Yes — Forman v. Henkin.

NY recognizes adultery under DRL § 170(4) but since the 2010 no-fault amendment, most divorces proceed on no-fault. Dissipation of marital assets on the affair reduces the offending spouse's share in equitable distribution.

Forman v. Henkin (NY 2018): Court of Appeals ruled 7-0 that private Facebook posts are discoverable in litigation. Social media is fully fair game in NY divorces.

How do you prove adultery in a Texas divorce?

Adultery doesn't bar spousal maintenance but can result in a disproportionate share (greater than 50%) of community property. Multiple Texas cases have increased support after Instagram contradicted hardship claims.

Texas advantage: Lower authentication threshold than Maryland/Griffin — the "reasonable juror" approach. Circumstantial evidence is admissible if a reasonable juror could find authenticity.

Does adultery bar alimony in Georgia? Yes — completely (OCGA § 19-6-1).

Under OCGA § 19-6-1, a party is not entitled to alimony if it is established by a preponderance of the evidence that the separation between the parties was caused by that party's adultery or desertion. Georgia courts require a causal connection between the infidelity and the marital separation — and adultery is a bar to alimony but not to property division.

Evidence strategy: Dating app profiles + DMs + location tags + photos with paramour = complete alimony bar. Preservation is critical.

How do you prove adultery in a North Carolina divorce?

Under NCGS § 50-16.3A, state law prohibits alimony to a spouse who engaged in "illicit sexual behavior" (including adultery) while married but before separation.

Timing rule: Only pre-separation adultery counts. Capture timestamps are essential.

What is the "inclination and opportunity" test in South Carolina?

No alimony may be awarded to a spouse who commits adultery before a written settlement agreement or permanent support order. SC requires "inclination and opportunity" — not actual sexual intercourse.

Inclination + opportunity test: Romantic DMs + hotel check-ins = sufficient proof.

Does adultery affect spousal support in Virginia?

Under VA Code § 20-107.1, judges must consider adultery as a threshold issue before awarding spousal support. Manifest injustice exception exists but requires compelling circumstances.

Virginia standard: Clear and convincing evidence. Plain screenshots rarely meet it — ProofSnap's FRE 901(b)(9) process authentication is designed for this threshold.

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Can I sue my spouse's affair partner? Alienation of affection in 5 states (April 2026)

As of April 2026, only 5 US states still recognize alienation of affection tort claims — allowing you to sue the third party who broke up your marriage: Hawaii, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Dakota, and Utah. North Carolina is the most active jurisdiction, with verdicts regularly exceeding $1 million. To win, you must prove (1) a loving marriage existed, (2) the third party intentionally interfered, and (3) the marriage ended as a direct result.

Recent changes: Illinois repealed its alienation of affection law in 2016. New Mexico abolished the tort in January 2026 (Butterworth v. Jackson). Utah's SB 109 eliminates the claim effective May 2026, leaving 4 active states after that date.

Evidence requirements are high. You need authenticated DMs between the paramour and your spouse, photos together, timestamped location data, Venmo/gift transfers, and social media interactions — all meeting FRE 901(b)(9) authentication. ProofSnap's forensic capture packages are designed for exactly this evidentiary threshold.

Practical note: Most alienation of affection claims fail on the "loving marriage" element, and even successful verdicts are difficult to collect from insolvent defendants. Outside North Carolina, these suits are long shots. Ask your attorney whether an AoA claim is strategically worth pursuing in your specific facts before filing.

Not listed above? Every state rewards preserved, authenticated evidence in divorce — through alimony, property division, dissipation, or custody determinations. Consult an attorney in your state. The common thread: iPhone screenshots aren't enough. You need forensic, timestamped proof with chain of custody.

Hypothetical scenarios under real state law

How ProofSnap fits real US divorce statutes

Three ways forensic capture maps onto actual state law. Not customer quotes — hypothetical fact patterns designed to show how the evidence fits into the cited statutes.

Hypothetical Virginia

Adultery as threshold issue (VA Code § 20-107.1)

Under Virginia's threshold rule, judges must consider adultery before awarding spousal support. A spouse who captures a Bumble profile with blockchain timestamps before it's deactivated can present authenticated evidence in mediation — often enough for the other side to take alimony off the table rather than fight authentication.

Fact pattern: dating profile capture → VA threshold evidence → mediation leverage

Hypothetical Georgia

Complete alimony bar (OCGA § 19-6-1)

Georgia bars alimony when the separation was caused by adultery. A dating profile plus hotel Venmo transfers, both captured in forensic packages, meet the "preponderance of the evidence" standard and establish a causal link between infidelity and marital breakdown — the foundation of an OCGA § 19-6-1 motion.

Fact pattern: dating profile + financial transfers → causal chain → complete alimony bar

Hypothetical California

Dissipation exception (CA Family Code § 2335 + § 4320(i))

California is no-fault and misconduct is generally inadmissible — except for dissipation of community assets. Instagram posts from a luxury trip taken during missed custody weekends, plus timestamped Venmo transfers to a paramour, fall squarely into the dissipation exception and can shift the 50/50 community property split.

Fact pattern: lifestyle posts + financial transfers → dissipation exception → property shift

Disclaimer: The three fact patterns above are hypothetical compositions designed to illustrate how ProofSnap's forensic capture would map onto the cited state statutes. They are not based on specific ProofSnap customers, not actual court outcomes, and do not constitute legal advice. Individual results depend on jurisdiction, facts, case strategy, and the quality of your legal representation. Consult a licensed divorce attorney in your state before acting on any evidence you capture.

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Does adultery matter in a California divorce? Yes — through dissipation.

Does adultery affect alimony in Florida? Yes — after the 2023 reform.

Can social media be used as evidence in New York divorce? Yes — Forman v. Henkin.

How do you prove adultery in a Texas divorce?

Does adultery bar alimony in Georgia? Yes — completely (OCGA § 19-6-1).

How do you prove adultery in a North Carolina divorce?

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Does adultery affect spousal support in Virginia?

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Adultery as threshold issue (VA Code § 20-107.1)

Complete alimony bar (OCGA § 19-6-1)

Dissipation exception (CA Family Code § 2335 + § 4320(i))

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