If my wife has a credit card in her name, am I liable for half of it?
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If my wife has a credit card in her name, am I liable for half of it?
We live in a community property state.
Asked on December 27, 2012 under Family Law, California
Answers:
Cameron Norris, Esq. / Law Office of Gary W. Norris
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you are liable. If she went out tomorrow and bought a Ferrari, the community would be liable for that debt. See the following code sections as a reference:
Family Code § 900 et seq.
FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Given the fact that you reside in a community property state under the laws of such you are responsoble for the full amount of a marital debt in the event that your wife is unable to pay off the credit card company based upon what you have written about.
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