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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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