How to identify joint property between husband and wife
In a marital relationship, the identification of joint property between husband and wife is an important legal issue, involving many aspects such as property division and debt obligations during divorce. In recent years, with the development of social economy and changes in the concept of marriage, related legal disputes have also increased. This article will provide you with a detailed analysis of the identification of joint property between husband and wife from aspects such as legal definitions, identification standards, common disputes, etc., combined with hot topics and content on the Internet in the past 10 days.
1. Legal definition of joint property between husband and wife
According to Article 1062 of the Civil Code of the People's Republic of China, the following properties acquired by husband and wife during the marriage relationship are the joint property of the husband and wife and shall be owned jointly by the husband and wife:
| property type | Specific scope |
|---|---|
| salary, bonus | Income from work of both parties during the marriage |
| Income from production, operation and investment | Including stocks, funds, real estate appreciation, etc. |
| Intellectual property income | Such as income from copyrights and patents |
| Inherited or donated property | Unless it is expressly owned by one party in the will or gift contract |
| Other property that should be jointly owned | Such as housing provident fund, pension insurance, etc. |
2. Determination standards for joint property of husband and wife
The determination of joint property between husband and wife is mainly based on the following standards:
| Standard | Description |
|---|---|
| time standard | Property acquired during marriage |
| source criteria | Whether it falls within the scope of legal common property |
| Agreed standards | Do the spouses have a written property agreement? |
3. Common disputes and case analysis
In the past 10 days, the following hot topics have triggered extensive discussions:
1.Is the post-marital appreciation of the pre-marital property considered community property?According to judicial interpretations, the natural increase in value of a personal property before marriage after marriage is still owned by the individual. However, if the loan is repaid or renovated jointly after marriage, the increase in value may be recognized as joint property.
2.If one party invests before marriage, how is the income after marriage determined?For example, in a certain case, the man purchased stocks before marriage and did not operate them after marriage but the stocks increased in value. The court determined that the increased value was personal property; if there was active management after marriage, it may be recognized as community property.
3.The ownership issue of parents’ investment in house purchaseIf the parents purchase the house in full and register it in the name of one party, it is regarded as a personal gift to the children; if the parents contribute part of the capital after marriage and there is no explicit agreement, it may be presumed to be a gift to both husband and wife.
4. How to protect personal property rights?
To avoid disputes, the following measures are recommended:
| measures | Specific operations |
|---|---|
| Sign a prenuptial agreement | Clarify the scope of property before marriage and the attribution of income after marriage |
| Keep property documents | Such as house purchase contract, payment record, etc. |
| Differentiate account management | Avoid confusion between personal property and common property |
5. Summary
The determination of joint property between husband and wife must be based on legal provisions and actual circumstances. With the implementation of the Civil Code, relevant jurisprudence pays more attention to the principle of fairness. It is recommended that both spouses make estate planning in advance and consult professional lawyers when necessary to protect their legal rights.
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