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ID H0622
Bill
Status
2/14/2022
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee
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AI Summary
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Amends Idaho Code Section 32-712 to add fault-based grounds for divorce as a factor courts must consider when dividing community property in divorce cases.
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Establishes that courts shall consider fault grounds defined in Idaho Code Sections 32-604 through 32-608 when determining the division of community property, alongside existing factors such as marriage duration, age, health, income, and earning capability.
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Maintains the presumption of substantially equal division of community property by value (considering debts) unless there are compelling reasons otherwise.
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Effective date is July 1, 2022, with an emergency declaration for immediate enactment.
Legislative Description
Amends existing law to provide for certain factors regarding the assignment of community property.
DIVORCE ACTIONS
Last Action
Motion to return to Judiciary, Rules & Administration Committee; return to committee
2/24/2022