Adultery Divorce Lawyer Manassas Park — What Are Your Legal Options?
If your spouse committed adultery, you may file for divorce in Manassas Park without a waiting period under Va. Code § 20-91. Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 3 documented results in Manassas Park. An Adultery Divorce Lawyer Manassas Park can help prove fault grounds and protect your rights.
Last verified: April 2026 | Manassas Park General District Court | Va. Code § 20-91 (official Virginia General Assembly)
Adultery is a fault ground for divorce in Virginia under Va. Code § 20-91(1). Unlike no-fault divorce, which requires a 6-month or 1-year separation, adultery allows you to file immediately. You must prove the adultery by a preponderance of the evidence — typically through circumstantial evidence, hotel records, or witness testimony. Mr. Sris, founder of Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C., personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3 (equitable distribution), which directly affects how marital assets are divided when adultery is proven.
For the complete statutory framework, review Va. Code § 20-91 (divorce grounds — official Virginia General Assembly) and the Manassas Park General District Court website for procedural rules.
- Gather evidence: text messages, credit card statements, hotel receipts, or witness statements.
- File a complaint for divorce at Manassas Park Circuit Court (9311 Lee Avenue, Suite 230).
- Serve your spouse with the divorce papers through sheriff or private process server.
- Attend a pendente lite hearing for temporary support and custody (typically within 21-60 days).
- Proceed to trial or settlement on equitable distribution and spousal support.
In Manassas Park, adultery divorce carries no criminal penalty but affects property division and spousal support under Va. Code § 20-107.3.
| Issue | Impact |
|---|---|
| Equitable Distribution | Court may award a larger share to the innocent spouse |
| Spousal Support | Adultery bars spousal support for the cheating spouse under Va. Code § 20-107.1 |
| Child Custody | Adultery alone does not affect custody unless it harmed the child |
| Filing Fee | Approximately $86 for divorce complaint |
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. was founded in 1997 by former prosecutor Mr. Sris. The firm has over 120 years of combined legal experience and 4,739+ documented case results firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC. Mr. Sris personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3, Virginia’s equitable distribution statute — a credential no other family law firm in Manassas Park can claim. Our infidelity divorce grounds lawyer Manassas Park team understands how adultery affects property division and spousal support.
Mr. Sris (Owner & CEO, Managing Attorney) also leads on complex family law cases. He is a former prosecutor, founded the firm in 1997, and personally amended Va. Code § 20-107.3. He is admitted in VA, MD, DC, NJ, and NY.
Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. has 3 total documented case results across all practice areas in Manassas Park, with a 100% favorable outcome rate. Firm-wide across VA, MD, NJ, NY, and DC, the firm has 4,739+ case results with a 93%+ favorable outcome rate.
Results may vary. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Our Fairfax Location is approximately 12 miles from Manassas Park Circuit Court, accessible via Route 28, Route 234, and I-66. We serve Manassas Park and surrounding communities including Manassas, Bull Run, and Yorkshire.
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How long does an adultery divorce take in Manassas Park?
It depends. Uncontested adultery divorce: 2-4 months from filing. Contested adultery divorce: 9-18 months. Unlike no-fault divorce, there is no waiting period for adultery under Va. Code § 20-91.
Do I need to prove adultery in court?
Yes. Virginia requires proof by a preponderance of the evidence. The court typically requires corroborating evidence — not just your testimony. A cheating spouse divorce lawyer Manassas Park can help gather admissible evidence.
Can adultery affect property division in Manassas Park?
Yes. Under Va. Code § 20-107.3 (personally amended by Mr. Sris), the court may consider adultery when dividing marital property. The innocent spouse may receive a larger share of assets.
Does adultery affect child custody in Virginia?
No. Adultery alone does not affect custody under Va. Code § 20-124.3. The court considers the best interests of the child, not marital misconduct, unless the adultery directly harmed the child.
Can I get spousal support if my spouse committed adultery?
Yes. Under Va. Code § 20-107.1, adultery bars the cheating spouse from receiving spousal support. The innocent spouse may still receive support based on 13 statutory factors.
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Last verified: April 2026. Information updated as of April 2026. Laws change — contact Law Offices Of SRIS, P.C. at (888) 437-7747 for current guidance.