Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California
Pre-marital debt judgement
I recieved a sheriff's levy on a pre-marital debt but did not find out
about it until I tried to pay my rent. This is a pre-marital debt, I was not
formally served with judgement papers of any kind, I simply was mailed
papers to appear in court to dispute this debt, the creditors emptied my
joint bank account leaving me, my husband and 2 small children penny
less with rent, utilities and car registration and insurance due? What
can I do? Is this legal? Please help me!
Asked on 8/06/03, 4:43 am
1 Answer from Attorneys
Ken Koenen
Koenen & Tokunaga, P.C.
Re: Pre-marital debt judgement
Money in a joint account is his as well as yours. They have a right to attach the account. I would suggest negotiating with the creditor.
Answered on 8/06/03, 11:52 am