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Conditions of Polygamy in Jordan
Conditions of polygamy in Jordan, judicial permission, proof of solvency, informing the first wife, and official criteria
⚖ Based on official Jordanian law — Personal Status Law No. 15 of 2019
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- ⚖Cites Personal Status Law No. 15 of 2019
Frequently Asked Questions
- What are the unacceptable justifications?
- Mere desire without justification, revenge against the first wife, husband's financial interest, social pressure without serious reasons, or pure emotional relationship. The court usually refuses these.
- How is financial capacity for second marriage proven?
- By salary certificate, financial documents, proof of capacity to maintain two wives (full monthly maintenance for each, providing two independent homes, meeting both families' needs), and capacity for new mahr and expenses.
- What are the consequences of subsequent breach of fairness?
- Harmed wife's right to complain, court intervention, ruling for adjustment or annulment, her right to full maintenance without reduction, independent housing, and children's right to full care.
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