Legal Question in Bankruptcy in California
Marriage and Bankruptcy
Is it necessary for a couple to be married in order to file bankruptcy together if they don't have any debts with both their names on them?
Asked on 5/12/00, 3:19 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Daniel Press
Chung & Press, P.C.
Re: Marriage and Bankruptcy
The only exception to the rule that each person or entity must file his/her/its own separate petition is that a married couple may file a joint petition. Unmarried couples must file separately.
Answered on 7/02/00, 11:59 pm
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