Can my ex file bankrupcy on a car that was part of our divorce settlement?

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Can my ex file bankrupcy on a car that was part of our divorce settlement?

He was supposed to make the car payment but is 3 months behind. I filed contempt of court papers. Now he sent me papers saying that he wants court costs and that he’s filing bankrupcy on my car. It’s in both names; he filed bankrupcy last year.

Asked on May 31, 2012 under Family Law, Florida

Answers:

david slater / david p.slater, esq.

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

He can request the debt be discharged in the bankruptcy petition.  You should oppose it based on the divorce, otherwise you will have to pay.


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