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Can my wife ask for my sports car during a divorce?
We live in Washington state and my ex is asking for my Alfa Romeo in the divorce. Does she have any chance of getting it? I own the title and paid for the vehicle myself before we were married.
Sophie Newman · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Washington state is one of nine community property states, which means that assets accumulated during a marriage are considered community property and will be divided equally.
Since you purchased the vehicle before your marriage, it will likely be considered separate property. While your wife can ask for the car during the divorce, from a legal standpoint, she will not have a right to it.
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