Charlson v. Charlson

[¶1.] In this declaratory judgment action, the circuit court held that husband and wife’s premarital agreement was valid and enforceable. In a subsequent decision, the court interpreted the agreement as it relates to the parties’ debts and assets. Husband appeals. We affirm.

Background

[¶2.] Angela Smoot and Donald Charlson married in Deadwood, South Dakota in 1993. Prior to the marriage, the parties entered into a Pre-Marriage Agreement (PMA). Both Angela and Donald had been married before, and Angela wanted to protect her assets prior to marrying Donald. The parties listed their assets and…