The financial support paid to the ex-spouse terms as Spousal Maintenance in Minnesota alimony law. It is not awarded based on faults during marriage like dating, infidelity, or even abuse.
Award
Trial courts in Minnesota can decide upon the amount and the duration of the alimony to award.
No precise percentage guidelines exist for determining spousal support, so it is an essential issue in divorce cases.
During the proceedings:
During the proceedings, the judge considers several factors and then determines the Maintenance.
The support awards to a spouse who can explain themself as
- Lacking sufficient property to establish living standards.
- A custodian of a child and needs to stay away from work.
After considering all the factors, the court may award, reserve, or deny spousal maintenance.