Graham v Pearce [1973] JJ 2435 (13 July 1973)
The court held that a high standard of proof, greater than the balance of probabilities, is required to establish adultery in judicial separation cases due to the seriousness of the allegation.
- Citation
- [1973] JJ 2435
- Parties
- Applicant: Graham; Respondent: Pearce
- Jurisdiction
- Jersey
- Judgment Date
- 13 July 1973
- Procedural Posture
- Family Law / Judgment
- Legal Topics
- Judicial Separation, Adultery, Standard of Proof
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Parties
Graham
Applicant
Pearce
Respondent
Procedural Posture
Family Law / Judgment
Legal Issues
- 1 What is the required standard of proof for adultery in judicial separation proceedings?
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The court held that a high standard of proof, greater than the balance of probabilities, is required to establish adultery in judicial separation cases due to the seriousness of the allegation.
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