In short, yes, you can sell property before finalising your divorce and property settlement. If you sell property before the settlement, the proceeds from the sale become part of the asset pool and are divided accordingly.
Beyond the immediate emotional and physical harm caused to victims, the Australian legal system imposes various punishments aimed at deterring and addressing this type of abuse.
Divorce and property settlements can be challenging, especially regarding the division of assets. One issue that often arises is the hiding of assets by one party in an attempt to receive a more favourable settlement.