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Maintenance for ex-partners: What you should bear in mind

And if the ex goes to the casino with the maintenance contribution: he or she is free to use the money as he or she sees fit.(Bild: Remy Musser 2020)

Are you annoyed because your ex-partner uses your money to go to the casino instead of buying food or paying the rent? Well, there's nothing you can do about it: He or she is allowed to do that. What does maintenance for ex-spouses actually look like? Read more about maintenance in our new series.

First things first: A one-night stand does not count in this topic, of course. A statutory maintenance claim between (former) partners only exists for married or divorced couples. The respective requirements for a possible claim vary depending on the status of the marriage.