In some cases, yes, adultery can work against the offending spouse. Adultery is one of the fault grounds for divorce, involving one spouse having a relationship outside the marriage. Courts are required to consider fault grounds, including adultery, when making decisions about property division and spousal support. Additionally, adultery can be a factor when the court is ruling on custody and visitation of children.
However, the impact of adultery varies depending on the circumstances. It can harm the offending spouse, but not always. Courts may also examine whether the non-offending spouse had any fault conduct or whether there was forgiveness of the adultery after it was discovered. The analysis can be complex, and understanding how adultery might affect your case is something we can assist you with.
