Legal Question in Family Law in California
Gambling debts
I live in a community property state. I just found out my husband has been gambling on the internet and has incurred close to 100,000 in gambling debt. Am I liable for half if I didn't know about it or benefit from it?
1 Answer from Attorneys
Reply: Gambling debts
In a general sense you are both responsible for the debts incurred by either of you during the marital period. In a general sense, the Court might view his conduct as a breach of his fiduciary duty and make appropriate orders based thereon.
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Good luck to you!
Brian Levy, Esq.
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