Adultery is voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and a person who is not his or her spouse. Adultery is a leading cause of divorce, and in some states may be relevant in determining who was at fault for the breakup of the marriage, and whether the innocent spouse is entitled to an unequal division of the assets.
In Pennsylvania, adultery is defined as voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone who is not their spouse. While adultery is considered a fault ground for divorce under Pennsylvania law, it does not automatically entitle the 'innocent' spouse to an unequal division of assets. Pennsylvania is an equitable distribution state, which means that marital property is divided in a way that is fair, but not necessarily equal. The court may consider adultery as one of many factors when deciding on the division of assets, alimony, or custody, but it is not the sole determinant. The impact of adultery on divorce proceedings can vary greatly depending on the specific circumstances of the case.