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Social media can play a big role in a divorce case—sometimes helping, but often hurting. Here's a breakdown of how it's used and why you need to be smart about what you post (or what you find):

1. Evidence in Court

Social media posts, photos, messages, and even comments can be used as evidence in court. For example:

A spouse claims they can’t afford child support—but posts photos of a luxury vacation.

Someone denies drug/alcohol use—but is tagged at parties or posts themselves drinking excessively.

A parent in a custody battle shares inappropriate content or badmouths the other parent online.

2. Proving Hidden Assets

A seemingly innocent post like can contradict claims made during the discovery phase. If someone’s lifestyle doesn’t match what they report in financial disclosures, social media can help uncover undisclosed income or assets.

3. Third-Party Posts Count Too

Even if you’re careful, friends or family tagging you in posts can work against you. A tag at a bar during your scheduled parenting time? That can be brought up in court.

4. Deleted Doesn't Mean Gone

Deleting posts doesn’t guarantee they’re gone. Screenshots, metadata, or subpoenaed content can still be retrieved. It’s always best to assume everything is permanent.

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