Will a petition for legal separation be granted if the aggrieved party condoned the offense?
Condonation of a marital offense legally bars a spouse from subsequently seeking a legal separation. If the aggrieved party has forgiven or condoned the act complained of, the petition shall be strictly denied. The court interprets condonation as a definitive waiver of the right to separate based on that specific offense. This important legal restriction is found in Article 56 Family Code of the Philippines. “Art. 56. The petition for legal separation shall be denied on any of the following grounds: (1) Where the aggrieved party has condoned the offense or act complained of;” 31-Jul-26About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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