And what should be the punishment? Why?
2007-01-04 21:30:09 · 17 answers · asked by ...huh... 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
I asked because there seems to be absolutly no qualms about doing it. The moral fiber of American society has completely eroded, in my opinion. And yes the government has control over many things but at least it deters some from infringing on others rights. If you don't want to be faithful then just leave. Why infringe on you spouses happiness.
2007-01-04 21:43:50 · update #1
That's a tough one! I do think it's one of the worst thinks that can happen in a marriage. Should it be a crime? That maybe going a bit to far.
Here's what should happen legally if an adulterous relationship causes divorce. A divorce is a LEGAL process therefore the actions of the courts can include these parameters.
1. The adulterer pays alimony to the spouse.
2. The adulterer pays all court costs.
3. The adulterer loses custodial rights to the children.
4. The adulterer pays child support.
5. The adulterer CANNOT re-marry for 5 years.
The adulterer is obviously incapable with dealing with the ups and downs of a relationship. Therefore restitution to the spouse is needed so they understand what's they did was wrong. If they are so irresponsible to cheat, they should not have the children with them 24 / 7. They set a bad example by cheating and thus show poor judgment. Poor judgment bleeds in to many aspects of a persons life. They should help pay for the upbringing of their children. This will be a strong reminder of what they could have had. It's obvious an adulterer cannot be trusted thus, they should not be allowed to re-marry. There's too much chance of a repeat with the next spouse.
2007-01-05 03:08:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it is a crime, or at least it is in some countries.
The punishment should be shame, it's enough I guess, to feel ashamed and to have people look at you like you did something horrible
But personnaly I don't think adultery is a crime. It happens for a reason, and if this reason was fixed and taken care of then adutery would not happen in the first place. Councelling is the solution I think.
And remember what Jesus said when men where about to throw rocks at Marie Magdalena, "He who has no sins let him cast the first stone"...and no one did.
2007-01-04 21:43:58 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It used to be. The laws against adultery have never actually been removed from the books, but they are no longer being enforced. About 11 years ago my husaband was in the Marines and had an affair with another woman. I contacted his CO and pushed the issue, he WAS tried and spent 90 days in military lock up for it.
Depending on your state if the laws are still on the books you can push the issue to have them used as long as you can prove beyond a shadow of a doubt your case.
2007-01-04 21:57:13 · answer #3 · answered by just_trump_my_ace 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is done in the open, yes, and the punishment should not be less than that of public indicency. If it is done in private, between two grown up individuals and in their consent, then hell no! As long as it remains secret between the two, then, for those who believe in some sort of religion, its a crime against their God. And its only their God who knows how and when to punish them. But if either of the two or both of them reveal it to the public then its a crime against an injured person, i.e. husband or wife. Its up to the concerned individual to take it to the court.
2007-01-04 21:36:58 · answer #4 · answered by Ebby 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think that it should be a crime enforced by governmental bodies. And actually in some states and in US Military law it is illegal. We already have too many laws on the books in regards to sexual activities between consenting adults, adding more would be ludicrous.
As for the punishment, I think that sometime in the future someone that they love very much doing it to them would be just desserts now wouldn't it?
2007-01-04 21:34:47 · answer #5 · answered by sarcasm_gurl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it should be a crime, and both married parties should be held equally responsible - one for committing the act, and the other for choosing to marry and adulterer in the first place. Punishment - death.
That would weed out the gene pool very quickly.
2007-01-04 21:40:41 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, it shouldn't be punishable by law. Not that it's an ok thing to do. As for what the punishment should be, I'd say it depends totally on the situation. Sometimes the guilt is its own punishment.
2007-01-04 21:33:46 · answer #7 · answered by Stacey P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For centuries, it HAS been a crime! And in some states in the U.S., it still is! In some countries of the world, it is a crime for the woman, but not the man--now THERE'S some archaic thinking !
How about wearing of the red letter "A" ?
2007-01-04 21:35:07 · answer #8 · answered by Maewest 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES it should be a crime. The punishment should be torture from the spouse because its the ultimate revenge
2007-01-04 21:43:43 · answer #9 · answered by marine_wife001 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes.
Punishment should be volunteer work in a facility for battered wives and children or something in that sort.
2007-01-04 22:30:04 · answer #10 · answered by LC 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋