The article discusses how the current marriage and divorce system in the United States often traps low-income families, particularly women, in abusive or unhealthy relationships. The author uses the example of their friend Jamie, who got married young to an abusive partner and then struggled to afford a lawyer to get a divorce, while her husband misrepresented his income to avoid child support payments and fought for custody despite being an uninvolved parent.
The article explains that the 6th Amendment, which guarantees the right to a lawyer, only applies to criminal trials, not civil cases like divorce proceedings. This leaves many low-income individuals unable to afford legal representation, putting them at a significant disadvantage against their wealthier spouses. The author argues that the marriage system needs reform to better protect all classes and provide a means for poor families to navigate the divorce process fairly.
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by Sean Kernan 於 medium.com 04-25-2024
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