Does maintenance end when my ex-wife remarries?

Full question:

The maintenance from my divorce was for 5 years starting Sept. 2002. My ex wife will be marrying in early July 2007. Will my maintenance end when she marries? If it does end when she marries, do I have to pay for the entire month of july or just until she marries?

  • Category: Divorce
  • Subcategory: Alimony
  • Date:
  • State: Colorado

Answer:

In Colorado, maintenance obligations typically end upon the remarriage of the recipient spouse (C.R.S. § 14-10-122(2)). Therefore, your maintenance payments will terminate when your ex-wife gets married in early July 2007.

Regarding payment for July, you are only obligated to pay maintenance until the date of her marriage, not for the entire month. If she marries on July 1, for instance, your obligation would end that day, and you would not need to pay for the remainder of the month.

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In most cases, the division of retirement assets in a divorce is final, regardless of whether your ex-wife remarries. However, the specifics can depend on the divorce agreement and state laws. It's important to review your divorce decree and consult with a legal professional to understand your obligations regarding retirement benefits. Generally, remarriage does not affect the division of retirement assets already awarded in the divorce settlement. *Legal statutes mentioned reflect the law at the time the content was written and may no longer be current. Always verify the latest version of the law before relying on it.*