Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in California

Am i liable for my husbands credit card debts if he dies.They are not joint accounts.


Asked on 10/30/11, 7:59 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott Jordan Jordan Law Office

If you are not a signor on the account, then you are not personally liable. However, since California is community property state, your husband's portion of the community estate may be liable. If the debt is substantial, I suggest you contact an attorney who specializes in consumer debt matters for a more qualified answer.

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Answered on 10/31/11, 12:29 pm


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