The divorced spouse liable for maintenance is liable before the relatives of the person entitled. However, to the extent that the person obliged is not able to pay, the relatives are liable before the divorced spouse. Section 1607 subsections (2) and (4) applies accordingly.
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Priority of more than one person liable for maintenance
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