What to do if I’m preparing myself to file for divorce and my husband has stolen my credit cards and racked up charges without my knowledge?
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What to do if I’m preparing myself to file for divorce and my husband has stolen my credit cards and racked up charges without my knowledge?
He also took all of the furniture I had purchased for our home and the credit card bill is in my name. How do I get reimbursed for all the money he has taken from me?
Asked on October 14, 2012 under Family Law, Illinois
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I suggest that you immediately consult with a family law attorney with respect to the situation you have written about to obtain guidance as to how best to resolve since the credit card charges and the furniture taking will be an issue to be resolved in family court. If you cannot afford a family law attorney then I suggest that you consult with your local legal aid clinic to see what can be done for you there.
In the interim, I suggest that you contact the credit card companies immediately and cancel those credit cards that have been taken and follow up with a letter to the credit card companies memorializing the cancellation and the reasons for such. Keep a copy of the letter for future use and need.
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
I am so sorry for the situation. You are going to need legal help in sorting this through. First, was he an authorized user on the account? If yes then you are going to have a hard time disputing these purchases or even reporting the cards as "stolen" since you are still legally married. THis is going to have to be an issue that is negotiated between you in the divorce settlement along with his dissipating the marital assets - the furniture. Get help. Good luck.
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