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Adultery is voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and a person who is not his or her spouse. Adultery is a leading cause of divorce, and in some states may be relevant in determining who was at fault for the breakup of the marriage, and whether the innocent spouse is entitled to an unequal division of the assets.

In Connecticut, adultery is defined as voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and someone who is not their spouse. While adultery can be a significant factor in the breakdown of a marriage, Connecticut is a 'no-fault' divorce state, meaning that a spouse can obtain a divorce without having to prove that the other spouse was at fault for the end of the marriage. Instead, the most common ground for divorce in Connecticut is the irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. However, adultery may still be considered by the court when making decisions about the division of assets, alimony, or child custody, if it is deemed relevant to these issues. The court has the discretion to consider the circumstances of the adultery and its impact on the marriage when making such determinations.

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