Can a woman kick a man out of the house?

Can a woman kick a man out of the house?

No! Legally, it's her home, too—even if it's only his name on the mortgage, deed, or lease. It doesn't matter whether you rent or own, your spouse can't just kick you out of the marital residence.

Can you legally steal from your spouse?

During the course of a marriage, one spouse may steal an asset that the other spouse considers to be his or her own property. Whether the victimized spouse can sue the other spouse for theft depends on a number of factors. State law largely determines this issue.

What rights do I have if I split up with my partner?

If a cohabiting couple splits up, they do not have the same legal rights to property as a married couple. In general, unmarried couples can't claim ownership of each other's property in the event of a breakup. Gifts made during the relationship remain the property of the recipient.