Pennsylvania · Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, Title 23 (Domestic Relations)

23 Pa.C.S. § 3702: Alimony pendente lite, counsel fees and expenses

Civil

What this law says, in plain English

Courts may award temporary alimony, spousal support, and attorney fees during divorce proceedings. A person convicted of a personal injury crime against their spouse is generally ineligible for such support.

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