Legal Question in Family Law in Georgia
In the state of Georgia, when the engagement is called off, should the ring be returned
Asked on 10/04/10, 12:23 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Glen Ashman
Ashman Law Office also dba Glen Ashman Attorney
Moral answer: yes.
Legal answer: it depends on detailed facts that you did not provide us.
Answered on 10/09/10, 1:07 pm
Ralph Villani
VILLANI LAW FIRM
YES !! An engagement is a contract to marry and the ring is consideration for same, thus, once married is called off, the ring must be returned - give (or get) it back (or hire an attorney to get it back)
Good Luck,
Ralph
NOTE: The above is for informational purposes only and does not create an attorney-client privilege you must hire and/or consult with your own attorney to get advice on these matters.
Answered on 10/09/10, 2:28 pm