Do civil unions provide any legal protections against debt?

Civil unions do not provide any legal protection against debt in North Carolina. Civil union is a legal relationship between two adults, similar to marriage, in which both individuals are legally required to share responsibilities and rights. Civil union laws in North Carolina do not create any financial responsibility between the two parties, nor does the law provide any form of legal protection against debt. A civil union does not establish any legal standing for either party to contest joint debts or liabilities incurred during the relationship. Since a civil union does not provide any legal protection from debt, the only legal way to protect yourself from joint debt is to obtain a legal separation agreement. In a separation agreement, it is possible for the parties to create a binding agreement limiting each person’s financial responsibilities. This agreement could be used to protect either person from the other’s debts in the event of a break-up or death. Without a separation agreement or filing for divorce, there is no legal protection against joint debt in North Carolina. Additionally, without a separation agreement, any debt incurred during a civil union is the responsibility of both parties whether or not the relationship ends.

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