SB492 Alabama 2012 Session

Under existing law, there is no requirement for married couples with minor children to complete a marriage dissolution education program prior to filing a pleading in a divorce action.

This bill would require married couples with minor children to complete a marriage dissolution education program prior to serving a petition, counterpetition, or answer in a divorce or separation action.

This bill would establish the program requirements and who is responsible for costs associated with attending the program.

To require married couples with minor children to complete a marriage dissolution education program prior to filing a pleading in a divorce action; to establish marital dissolution education program requirements; and to provide for payment of costs.