12-2232. Husband and wife; privileged
communications; permissible examination


A. A husband or wife, during the marriage or afterward, without the consent of the
other, shall not be examined as to any communications made by one to the other during the
marriage, except:


1. In an action for divorce or a civil action by one against the other.


2. In a criminal action or proceeding as provided in the criminal code.


3. In an action for damages against another person for adultery committed by either
husband or wife.


B. In a hearing conducted pursuant to title 36, chapter 5, a husband or wife,
during the marriage or afterward, without the consent of the other, may be examined as to
any communications, physical acts or behaviors made by one to the other during the
marriage that relate to the matters at issue in the hearing.