Index
California Community Property Law
Summary
Establishes that all property acquired by a married person during the marriage while domiciled in the state is shared equally between spouses.
Rights & Rules
- 01.Right to 50% ownership of all income earned by either spouse during marriage
- 02.Right to 50% of debts incurred by either spouse during marriage
Penalties
- 01.Unequal distribution of assets if one spouse hides property
- 02.Court-ordered reimbursement for use of community funds on separate property
Verified Citations
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