Van Voorhees v. Van Voorhees

Ohio Supreme Court
Van Voorhees v. Van Voorhees, 1 Wright 636 (Ohio 1834)
1 Ohio Ch. 636
Wood, Wright

Van Voorhees v. Van Voorhees

Opinion of the Court

BY THE COURT.

There is no evidence of wilful absence on the part of the defendant, more than on the part of the complainant. The absence was the result of their agreement. The neglect of the marriage duties, if any, resulted from the same cause. No adultery is, or could be proven under the allegations of the bill. Parties cannot by their own agreement lay a foundation for a divorce — our law does not sanction this. The bill must be dismissed.

Reference

Full Case Name
PETER VAN VOORHEES v. SARAH VAN VOORHEES
Status
Published