If I marry someone with old debts, will I be held responsible for them?
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If I marry someone with old debts, will I be held responsible for them?
Considering marrying and she has old debts, cannot declare bankruptcy due to type of debt. She doesn’t work
Asked on May 25, 2009 under Accident Law, New York
Answers:
GW, Member, Michigan and Hawaii Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
Generally a spouse is not responsible for his new spouse's premarital debt. I'm not licensed in your jurisdiction, so I'll suggest you talk to an attorney who is licensed in your state, but I'm not aware of any state that holds a spouse liable under these circumstances.
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