Effect of separation agreement on duty to support a spouse

N.Y. Family Court Act § 463, under Effect of Action For Separation, Divorce or Annulment.

N.Y. Family Court Act § 463

§ 463. Effect of separation agreement on duty to support a spouse. A separation agreement does not preclude the filing of a petition and the making of an order under section four hundred forty-five of this article for support of a spouse who is likely to become in need of public assistance or care.