Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida
Judgment obtained after reposession
I recieved a personal judgment after a court hearing. I later got married and I am quick-claimed onto the deed of my homesteaded property in Fl. I am not a part of the loan. I have been a stay at home mother for 3 years and have no personal bank account. The creditor is now summoning me on the previous judgment. What are my options, and can they seek relief through my husband, is he now liable for debts or judgments incurred before the marriage?
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Re: Judgment obtained after reposession
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No, your husband is not liable. Joint assets other than your homestead may be garnished by creditors, however, so you should give this some thought when deciding on the ownership of any other property including both real and personal.
Scott R. Jay, Esq.