What is Considered Marital Misconduct?

The faces of inappropriate marital conduct are many with each intentional act eroding marital harmony. Pushed beyond the tipping-point, the marriage becomes unsustainable and unlivable for at least one spouse. Do understand that evidence of marital misconduct may be directed both ways in a contested divorce with each spouse pulling arrows from the quiver. What is considered to be inappropriate marital conduct will depend upon the circumstances and alleged behavior. The following cases illustrate how allegations of cruel and inhuman treatment actually play out in court.