Wang v. Wang

The issues presented in this action for a conversion divorce under the provisions of subdivision (5) of section 170 of the Domestic Relations Law arise out of a prior action for divorce between the same parties. More specifically, the questions presented require a determination of the meaning, import, validity and effect of the judgment denying the divorce sought by the husband against his wife in that action.

The prior suit instituted in 1972 pursuant to the provisions of subdivision (1) of section 170 of the Domestic Relations Law, alleged acts of cruel and inhuman treatment, which according…