R.M. v. Dr. R.

OPINION OF THE COURT

Anthony J. Falanga, J.

In this application of first impression, the intervenor seeks an order permitting her to offer testimony and evidence relating to the circumstances of her interactions with the defendant subsequent to their celebration of a marriage ceremony in India in 1966. The plaintiff contends that such testimony is not relevant. The intervenor further seeks a determination that her marriage to the defendant is entitled to a presumption of validity that can be rebutted only by clear and convincing evidence. The plaintiff contends that any such presumption need be…