Let us take a look at some of the most bizarre divorce laws around the globe.
Coffee or Divorce (Saudi)
In Saudi, a woman can file for divorce if her husband fails to bring fresh coffee every day. It means that if you are getting married in Saudi, ask first if your girlfriend loves coffee. This women’s right in Saudi means they can have Starbucks every day while remaining married.If You Cheat, Don’t get Caught or You Will Die (Hong Kong)
A law was passed in Hong Kong allowing wives to kill their husband legally. This is if the wife catches the husband cheating. The caught in the act husband can be killed by the wife with no legal consequences provided that she will do it with her bare hands. Well, the ancient law didn’t specify if the husband can fight back or not.Don’t Forget my Birthday or it is Goodbye (Samoa)
If you are a busy man and you keep on forgetting dates, be careful when marrying a Samoan woman. Samoa has legalized divorce on the ground of forgetfulness. A Samoan wife can divorce her husband if he forgets her natal day.Don’t Look or Get Divorce (Kuwait)
According to the Bible, looking at a woman with lust is a sin. Kuwait believes in this. If a married man is caught looking lustfully or sensually on any female entity (person or animal), he can be cursed. This means he can face jail time or worst, his wife can divorce him if he gets caught doing it repeatedly.Do Things Right When I am with You (Utah)
There is this ancient law that men in Utah are accountable for their wife’s behavior. Aren’t we all? In Utah though, this only applies if he is with her when she acted out. If he was not around at the time of action, then it is not his obligation. Ah, time to call a Utah divorce attorney.It is not clear whether people still practice these bizarre laws regarding divorce and marriage. One thing is clear if you are facing marital challenges and you think divorce can solve it, talk to a Utah divorce attorney. Remember though, marital problem and divorce can affect your kids. Your lawyer must be able to provide you with options in the end.
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