May 6, 2022

Who Gets The Ring in Georgia Divorces?

This article has been written by Diane Cherry

It's the age old problem. 


You paid too much for the ring to begin with and you may still be paying on it so if the marriage doesn't work out and you are getting divorced in Georgia, who gets the ring??


Most judges will find that the ring was intended as a gift, was deemed to be a gift by the recipient and was delivered and accepted as a gift.


Gifts don't have to be given back. They remain with the person who they were given to.


However, when rings and other jewelry are purchased during the marriage by one spouse for themselves, it is considered marital property and not a gift.


In Georgia, marital property has to be equitably divided. Gifts can be kept by the recipient.


So fellas don't get too excited about getting the ring back. It almost never happens.

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Diane Cherry,

Managing Partner

I have represented hundreds of clients in federal and state courts across Georgia.  I regularly handle hearings on child custody, divorce, move-aways, support modifications, property division, legal separation, and domestic violence. With thirty years of litigation experience and deep knowledge of legal procedures, I provide quality advice and make a positive impact on your case.