North Charleston, SC asked in Family Law for Florida

Q: Married 12/2006. my husband recently diagnosed with HSV type 2, admitted to affair with prostitute starting 1/2010

Can I legally take money from joint acc't even though money obtained from his SS and retirement

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David M. Goldman
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  • Jacksonville, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: Sure you can take it, I think the question is will you get into trouble. The answer to that depends on the circumstances and you should discuss it in detail with a divorce attorney prior to taking any action like this.

John Arthur Smitten
John Arthur Smitten
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  • Clearwater, FL
  • Licensed in Florida

A: if is is a joint account, presumably you get half.

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