# Man hides marriage, has child with colleague, refuses to pay maintenance
"Judicial authorities in Shanghai Pudong Court have revealed an unprecedented case of bigamy, which has sparked outrage among Chinese social media users. According to the recent court ruling, Zhang, a married man with children, had been living with his colleague Ms. Hu for over a year without revealing his marital status. In March 2021, Ms. Hu gave birth to Zhang's son, and only then did she discover that he was already married with two other children."
10 July 2023
The court case has raised questions about the laws on bigamy in China, with many social media users arguing that the law should be more stringent when it comes to punishing offenders. Others have pointed out that the woman who bore Zhang's child was also a victim of his deception and should not be held responsible for his actions.
The case has also highlighted the issue of irresponsible fatherhood in China, with many arguing that men need to take more responsibility for their children and families. Some have also questioned whether the law provides enough protection for women who become involved with married men or those who have children out of wedlock.
The court case has sparked a heated debate online, with many calling for tougher laws on bigamy and irresponsible fatherhood, while others argue that such cases should be treated as personal matters rather than subject to legal penalties.
