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French Assembly Rules Sex is Not a 'Marital Duty'

Published January 27, 2026, 19:17
French Assembly Rules Sex is Not a 'Marital Duty'

The French National Assembly ruled that sex is not a 'marital duty' as part of a reform of the French Civil Code. According to the bill, consent to sexual acts is essential within marriage, and refusal is not grounds for a no-fault divorce. This decision marks a significant change in the approach to sexual violence and women's rights in France.