The judge did not admit the evidence on the grounds that it was 'immaterial'.
Whether or not he intended to cause problems is 'immaterial'.
The fact that she is a woman is 'immaterial' and irrelevant.
(..) ...well, I've decided... ...well, I hope I don't have any more children. My pet, as I told you before Bonnie was born... ...it's immaterial to me whether you have one child or ! No, but you know what l.... Do you know what I mean? I do. And do you know I can divorce you for this? (..)1939 Gone with the Wind