Ingebretson v. Ingebretson

KAPSNER, Justice.

[¶ 1] Marlin Ingebretson appeals from a divorce judgment awarding Marla Inge-bretson permanent spousal support of $1,500 per month, arguing the award was improper in light of Marla Ingebretson’s trial testimony. Because the district court did not adequately explain its decision in light of the testimony heard at trial, we reverse and remand for reconsideration or further explanation of the award.

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[¶ 2] Marlin and Marla Ingebretson were married in 1985. They have two minor children. Marlin Ingebretson was 41 years old at the time of trial and Marla Ingebretson was 40.…