Legal Question in Bankruptcy in California
Wedding Bands and Not Married
Will I have to give up my wedding rings if I am engaged and I file Chapter 7 before I get married?
Asked on 7/09/03, 3:47 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Mark Markus
Law Office of Mark J. Markus
Re: Wedding Bands and Not Married
That depends on the value of the wedding rings and the value of all of your other assets.
Answered on 7/09/03, 5:32 pm
Sharon R. Werbel
Law Offices of Sharon R. Werbel
Re: Wedding Bands and Not Married
Chances are you could keep your personal jewelry as there are exemptions available (of up to either $1150 or $5000) for items such as this.
Answered on 7/09/03, 7:51 pm