Legal Question in Family Law in California

can I file criminal charges against my bigamous husband?

Husband/wife both of L.A. County; married in Las Vegas in 1983; lived apart since about 1985, but no legal paperwork ever filed (as far as I know?) for separation or divorce. Maintained regular contact until December 1999, when I was forced to relocate to Reno, NV, in March 2000. He moved to San Diego, CA about the same time -- Since then, I've gotten a couple of letters to and from him, care of someone else. In mid-May 2003 I got a call from a female ID-ing herself as his ''wife,'' She added they'd ''been married seven years.'' (obvious interception of my letter to him). I replied, ''Gee, that's funny, because we're still married!'' The call ended abruptly; she said she'd ''get back to me,'' but never did; neither did he (not surprising). I to file for divorce/annulment; but before I do that (losing any recourses/settlement I'm entitled to?) I'm curious if I can file criminal charges against him...(bigamy IS a CRIME isn't it?) This sounds petty, but, am I entitled to any ''community property'' he's aquired in the meantime?? I don't want to ''just'' file for divorce...I'm struggling to make it on my own & can't afford a lawyer or a P.I. Any help or info is appreciated.


Asked on 12/23/03, 3:18 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Brian Levy, Esq. Law Office of Brian Don Levy

Reply: can I file criminal charges against my bigamous husband?

In a general sense, community property is defined as an asset acquired between the date of marriage and the date of separation (with some exceptions), or an asset acquired with another community property asset.

If you want something more specific, I suggest that you consult with an experienced family law lawyer. Experience is not expensive, it's priceless!

You will find some valuable information on various family law issues at my web site.

Good luck to you!

Brian Levy, Esq.

www.calattorney.com

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Answered on 12/23/03, 3:43 pm


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