Family Law and Domestic Relations Flashcards

Under Minnesota law, property acquired by one spouse through inheritance during the marriage is treated as:

Answer: Nonmarital property if kept separate

Under Minn. Stat. § 518.003, inherited property is nonmarital, but commingling with marital assets can cause it to lose its nonmarital character.

In Minnesota, parenting time interference can result in:

Answer: Contempt of court and modification of parenting time schedules

Under Minn. Stat. § 518.175, a parent who unreasonably interferes with the other's parenting time may face contempt sanctions and the court may modify the parenting schedule.

Under Minnesota law, which factor is NOT listed in the statutory best-interests analysis for custody?

Answer: The parents' financial wealth

Minn. Stat. § 518.17 lists numerous best-interests factors but does not include parental wealth as a standalone factor; financial ability is considered only as part of meeting the child's needs.

In Minnesota, a parent seeking to relocate out of state with a minor child subject to a custody order must:

Answer: Provide written notice to the other parent and obtain consent or court approval

Under Minn. Stat. § 518.175, a relocating parent must provide written notice to the other parent and, absent consent, seek court approval before relocating.

Under Minnesota law, spousal maintenance terminates automatically upon:

Answer: The recipient's remarriage

Under Minn. Stat. § 518.552, spousal maintenance terminates upon the death of either party or the remarriage of the recipient, unless the decree provides otherwise.

Under Minnesota law, which of the following best describes joint legal custody?

Answer: Both parents have equal rights to participate in major decisions affecting the child

Joint legal custody under Minn. Stat. § 518.003 means both parents share the right and responsibility to make major decisions about the child's education, health, and welfare.