droit de la famille Flashcards
What is the legal term for the dissolution of marriage in French?
Le divorce
True or False: Divorce has no financial effects on the spouses.
False
What are the two main types of divorce recognized in French law?
Divorce par consentement mutuel and divorce pour faute
Fill in the blank: In a divorce, the division of property is referred to as _____ between spouses.
liquidation
What is the primary principle governing the division of assets in a divorce?
Equitable distribution
True or False: Alimony is only awarded in cases of divorce by mutual consent.
False
What is the term for financial support paid by one spouse to another after divorce?
Alimony
What is the age of majority in France for a spouse to be eligible for alimony?
18 years old
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a ground for divorce in French law? A) Mutual agreement B) Infidelity C) Abandonment D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What document outlines the financial arrangements between spouses after divorce?
Divorce settlement agreement
True or False: Spousal support is automatically granted in all divorce cases.
False
What is the term for the financial compensation for the economic consequences of divorce?
Prestation compensatoire
Fill in the blank: The _____ determines how property will be divided in a divorce.
marital regime
What is the difference between ‘divorce par consentement mutuel’ and ‘divorce pour faute’?
The former is by mutual agreement, while the latter is for fault or wrongdoing.
True or False: In France, debts incurred during marriage are generally shared between spouses upon divorce.
True
What factors are considered in determining alimony amounts?
Income, living standards, and duration of marriage
Multiple Choice: Which of the following can influence the amount of the prestation compensatoire? A) Length of marriage B) Age of spouses C) Financial needs D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the common misconception about financial obligations after divorce?
That they end immediately upon divorce finalization.
Fill in the blank: A divorce can affect _____ rights regarding property and assets.
inheritance
What is the term for joint debts that are shared by both spouses?
Dettes communes
True or False: A spouse can be forced to pay alimony indefinitely.
False
What is the impact of a divorce on tax obligations for both spouses?
Each spouse files taxes separately post-divorce.
What is the legal age for a spouse to claim alimony in France?
There is no specific age; it depends on the circumstances.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining the division of property? A) Duration of marriage B) Conduct of the spouses C) Personal preferences D) Financial contributions
C) Personal preferences
