If my wife and I are separated, do I have right to a car that she’s been driving but which I financed?
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If my wife and I are separated, do I have right to a car that she’s been driving but which I financed?
Me and my wife are living apart. We have been living apart for over 2 1/2 years. I financed a car for her and she has stopped making the payments. Is there anything I can do to get the car back. My credit is suffering because of it. She does not want to give it back.
Asked on September 1, 2012 under Family Law, Kentucky
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
The issue is not who financed the car but rather in whose name the car is. If the title is in your wife's name, you would need to consider seeking a separation order asking the car be given to you or her to refinance the car solely in her name.
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