803.045 Actions to satisfy spousal obligations.
803.045
803.045 Actions to satisfy spousal obligations.803.045(1)
(1) Except as provided in sub. (2), when a creditor commences an action on an obligation described in s. 766.55 (2), the creditor may proceed against the obligated spouse, the incurring spouse or both spouses.803.045(2)
(2) In an action on an obligation described in s. 766.55 (2) (a) or (b), a creditor may proceed against the spouse who is not the obligated spouse or the incurring spouse if the creditor cannot obtain jurisdiction in the action over the obligated spouse or the incurring spouse.803.045(3)
(3) After obtaining a judgment, a creditor may proceed against either or both spouses to reach marital property available for satisfaction of the judgment.803.045(4)
(4) This section does not affect the property available under s. 766.55 (2) to satisfy the obligation.803.045 - ANNOT.
History: 1985 a. 37.