Court grants Bethany Dempsey divorce from James Dempsey over domestic violence claims

In a significant ruling at the Humphreys Chancery Court on February 25, 2025, Judge Turmbo granted an absolute divorce to Bethany Dempsey from James Dempsey, citing inappropriate marital conduct. The decision came after Mr. Dempsey failed to respond to the court's previous orders, leading to a default judgment in favor of Ms. Dempsey.

During the proceedings, Ms. Dempsey testified about the circumstances surrounding her request for divorce, including allegations of domestic abuse. She confirmed that the couple shares one child, Braylon, and presented a proposed parenting plan that the court approved. Under this plan, Ms. Dempsey will have primary custody, while Mr. Dempsey will have visitation rights every other weekend and is required to pay $288 weekly in child support.

The court also addressed the division of property, with Ms. Dempsey requesting the return of specific items taken by Mr. Dempsey. The judge noted that all other assets had been divided amicably.

This ruling underscores the court's commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of children in custody arrangements, as well as the importance of adhering to court orders in divorce proceedings. The decision is expected to provide Ms. Dempsey with the stability she seeks for herself and her child moving forward.