Equitable Distribution
Written By Fresh Starts Registry
Pronounced: EK-wih-tuh-buhl dis-trih-BYOO-shun
What it means: Equitable distribution means property is divided fairly, not always 50/50. The court looks at things like who earned what, who needs more support, and what’s reasonable.
Example: “The judge used equitable distribution to divide our property based on our incomes and needs.”
When it's used: During the property division stage.
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