Ex-Husband Terminated Alimony on his own because of SC law
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Ex-Husband Terminated Alimony on his own because of SC law
My Ex-Husband of 23 years has sent me a certified letter stating that SC law
says that if I am cohabitation with a romantic relationship for 90 days he can
terminate ailmony. I live in California with a roommate. I pay my own rent, bills
and take care of myself. I have no income coming in from roommate. Is it legal
for him to just stop alimony payments with no court involved? He is no longer
sending alimony because he has decided I am in a romantic relationship. I need
direction and answers. This seems extremely unfair and not legal for him to take
it on his own to do this. Thank you for your assistance.
Beth Moon
Asked on November 30, 2018 under Family Law, California
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Generally speaking, no, he can just terminate payments. He has to make an application to the court to do so and he has to prove the twems of your contract and the requirements of the state law. I would strongly suggest you seek legal consultation, perhaps with the attorney who helped you in the divorce since she or he will be most familiar with the settlement agreement and the state law. Good luck.
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