Legal Question in Family Law in California
Community Property Laws
Can a gift of a ring for a birthday be considered community property if the buyer used joint funds or credit?
Asked on 2/18/00, 3:24 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Michael Gray
Barber & Gray, LLP
Re: Community Property Laws
Gifts are determined by the intent of the giver. I am not sure if this answers your question.
Answered on 2/23/00, 4:53 pm
Ken Koury
Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.
Re: Community Property Laws
It is a gift and it is separate property. It doesn�t matter what funds were used.
Answered on 2/23/00, 5:41 pm