Can spouses still have sex while pursuing a legal separation and then later after they’re legally separated?
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Can spouses still have sex while pursuing a legal separation and then later after they’re legally separated?
They will be living in separate homes. What legal implications, if any, may occur (i.e. if divorce is later sought, alimony, etc)?
Asked on October 29, 2012 under Family Law, Ohio
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
There is nothing illegal under the laws of all states in this country if spouses who are going through a legal separation to have sexual intercourse and even if they later divorce. Many times they realize that they are better off with each other than without.
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