What Alienation of Affection and Criminal Conversation Mean in North Carolina
North Carolina is one of only a handful of states that still recognizes the third-party tort claims for Alienation of Affection and Criminal Conversation. Successful cases can result in significant damages. At Smith Cash Family Law, we represent both plaintiffs and defendants in these claims.
WHAT YOU HAVE TO PROVE
Factors That Affect Elements of the Claim
To prevail in an alienation of affection claim, you must prove all three elements. The part most people do not know: you do not have to prove sexual intercourse occurred. Emotional interference — manipulation, persistent pursuit, deliberate alienation — can be enough. This is what makes North Carolina's law uniquely powerful, and uniquely fact-specific.
Alienation of Affection
1. A loving marriage with genuine love and affection; and 2. That the love and affection was been alienated by the third party.
Criminal Conversation
1. That there was a valid marriage; and 2. The third party and your spouse had sexual intercourse.
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Faq
Your alienation of affection questions, answered honestly.
Is there a time limit to file?
Yes. The statute of limitations is three years.
Can I be sued for alienation of affection?
Does a lawsuit for alienation of affection or criminal conversation affect other issues I am facing?
How much money can I win?