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Will I be responsible for my father's credit card debts?


06-Aug-2023 (In Family Law)
I am a Hindu female and my only other sibling is my younger sister. My father has a habit of racking up credit card debt. If he is unable to repay his debts or passes with such debts, will I be legally responsible to pay for them? Is there any way to prevent this?
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Answer #1
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I have perused the contents of your query and would advise you to seek a detailed consultancy from a lawyer having expertise in property matters. Futher better particulars are required to advise you on this issue
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Answer #2
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Your father and you are two different people hence only he is responsible for his acts. His debt can be repayed from his assets only. If you hold any of his assets then only you are responsible to repay it otherwise you and you sister is safe. Moreover if you wants peace of mind then you can issue a notice to general public through newspaper.
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Answer #3
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Going by the facts provided by you. It totally depends that your father has any property, Bank accounts in his name. If he has anything in his name then there is an issue. Regarding the point that about your liability I can only guide once I have abetter picture of the matter.
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