What can my husband do if his ex-wife took the vehicle awarded to him in the divorce without asking?

Full question:

My husband's ex-wife took his jeep from work. In their divorce it says (wife transfers to husband as his sole and separate property the following 2004 Jeep wrangler) does she have a right now to take it becouse her name is on the loan and she did not like the fact that we got married?

  • Category: Divorce
  • Subcategory: Property Settlements
  • Date:
  • State: Missouri

Answer:

A person who's titled as the owner of property typically has a right to possession. However, if a person is court ordered to transfer property and fails to do so, they may be held in contempt of court.

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Transferring assets before a divorce can be illegal if it is done to hide or shield assets from division during the divorce proceedings. Courts may view such actions as fraudulent. It's important to disclose all assets and liabilities honestly during divorce negotiations to avoid potential legal consequences.