Establishes provisions relating to adultery

HB 3184 would allow married individuals to sue a third party (not their spouse) for emotional, financial, or relational harm caused by that person's adultery with their spouse. It establishes criminal penalties for adultery itself, ranging from a Class C misdemeanor (first offense) to a Class E felony (third or subsequent offenses), with evidence rules including communications and witness testimony. The bill includes key exceptions: no civil suit or criminal charge if spouses were legally separated or had a prior written agreement permitting non-monogamy. Damages in civil cases could include emotional distress, counseling costs, attorney fees, and punitive damages. The bill is currently in early stages (introduced February 2026) and would directly affect married individuals, their spouses, and third parties involved in adulterous relationships.