In many countries, couples can divorce if they can’t continue living together. However, in the Catholic Philippines, divorce is not allowed. As a result, couples facing a broken marriage are forced to stay together while seeking extramarital affairs.
As noted by renowned Filipino TV host and columnist Jullie Yap Daza, "As long as divorce remains illegal, mistresses will be seen as second, third, or fourth wives." In such situations, many women, though dissatisfied or disgusted with their husband's affairs, often feel powerless to change their situation due to the inability to divorce, financial pressures, or societal constraints.
Despite this, Philippine law still prohibits infidelity and adultery. According to the revised Philippine Penal Code, if a married man cohabits with another woman and publicly engages in an affair, he can be charged with "concubinage" under Article 334. Similarly, a married woman who has extramarital sex can be charged with "adultery" under Article 333.
If you wish to protect your marital rights, Lita Detective Agency offers professional "Infidelity Investigation" services to gather strong evidence for legal action. Additionally, we provide marriage recovery services, creating strategies to help restore your relationship using lawful methods to bring your partner back to the family and repair the marriage.
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Understanding the Legal Consequences of Infidelity
【Adultery】
While most countries have decriminalized adultery, in the Philippines, it remains illegal and can lead to imprisonment. According to the revised Philippine Penal Code, adultery applies to married women. If a married woman engages in sexual relations with a man who is not her husband, both individuals can face criminal charges. It's important to note that each sexual act is considered a separate offense, meaning victims can file lawsuits for each individual incident.
【Concubinage】
Since adultery laws only apply to married women, married men who have extramarital affairs with female mistresses fall under the "Concubinage" charge. Concubinage refers to a married man publicly cohabiting with a third party or engaging in a scandalous relationship that goes against social morals. Only the wife can file the lawsuit, and it must include both the cheating husband and the third party.
【Marital Infidelity as Psychological Abuse】
In the Philippines, adultery is not just a criminal offense but may also lead to civil liabilities. The Anti-Violence Against Women and Children Act (VAWC) protects women and children from psychological, sexual, and economic abuse by spouses or partners. In a 2023 ruling, the Philippine Supreme Court acknowledged that marital infidelity could be considered psychological abuse. If the situation is serious, people can consult a lawyer to explore civil protection options.
【Can Infidelity Lead to Legal Separation?】
According to the Philippine Family Code, legal separation may be granted for reasons such as repeated domestic violence, forced religious or political changes, bribery involving children in prostitution, imprisonment for five years, addiction or alcoholism, sexual infidelity, or one-year disappearance. Infidelity may be grounds for legal separation if clear and credible proof is provided.
Infidelity Investigation Services: Legally Verifying the Truth
| Infidelity Investigation Services | |
|---|---|
| Infidelity Investigation | We deploy private detectives to discreetly investigate infidelity and provide detailed reports and evidence, so you can clearly understand the facts, including financial transactions, reasons for the affair, and whether it involved children. |
| Legal Evidence Collection | With advice from lawyers, we help gather the most effective evidence for infidelity or adultery, ensuring you are well-positioned in any legal proceedings. | Additional Services from Infidelity Investigations |
| Legal Assistance | We provide legal advice based on your case and can refer you to expert lawyers for handling your legal matters. |
| Negotiation and Mediation | Using professional negotiation skills, we can secure financial or living arrangements to protect your future. |
| Intervention for Mistresses or Lovers | We create strategies to have mistresses or lovers leave, such as staging scenes or applying financial pressure. This allows you to focus on repairing your marriage. |
| Marriage Recovery | Based on your situation, we offer marriage recovery advice, including counseling and communication techniques to resolve conflicts and help restore your relationship. |
Lita International Detective Agency is one of the most professional private investigation agencies in the Philippines. Our team is trained to the highest standards, constantly improving through technical exchanges with global investigative agencies. We offer a wide range of services tailored to your needs, including legal assistance, negotiations, intervention with third parties, and marriage recovery.
Why Hire an Infidelity Investigator? Discover the Truth and Save Your Marriage
The purpose of an infidelity investigation is to uncover the truth and help you decide on your next steps. Even if you can't divorce or don't want to file a lawsuit, knowing the facts allows you to move forward without uncertainty. Once you know the truth, you can explore options such as marriage recovery.
Lita International Detective Agency understands Philippine laws and what victims want most. After confirming the affair, we can assist in restoring your marriage and removing the third party. If you choose legal action, we provide 24/7 legal consultations and refer you to professional Filipino lawyers to support your case.
If you're concerned about your future, we can also negotiate to protect your lifestyle and financial interests. Whatever path you choose, Lita International Detective Agency offers comprehensive, reliable support, strictly adhering to legal standards, ensuring you can trust us with your case.
"Although the marriage laws in the Philippines may feel like a heavy burden, you can still fight for your rights and secure your future." Even if extramarital affairs and the ban on divorce seem overwhelming, with Lita Detective Agency, we can help you navigate your legal options, whether through legal separation, lawsuits, or marriage recovery. Contact us anytime at (+886-800-250-555) for expert detective services.