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Texas Community Property Law

Summary

Presumes that all property acquired by either spouse during the marriage is owned equally by both, regardless of whose name is on the title.

Rights & Rules

  • 01.
    Right to a 50% share of income earned by either spouse during marriage
  • 02.
    Right to keep 'separate property' owned before marriage if proven by clear evidence
  • 03.
    Right to an equitable division of debts incurred during marriage

Penalties

  • 01.
    Loss of assets if separate property is commingled and cannot be traced
  • 02.
    Legal liability for debts incurred by a spouse for 'necessaries'

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