HB150 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bill Poole

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Marriage dissolution education programs, participation is required for certain parties in marital dissolution actions with minor children; program requirements established, fees

Description

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.

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Subjects

Family Law