Property Ownership
In Arizona, 'separate property' that a spouse brings into a marriage:
AAutomatically becomes community property upon marriage
BRemains separate property if it can be traced and documented, though commingling can make tracing difficult✓ Correct
CMust be listed in a prenuptial agreement to remain separate
DBecomes community property after 3 years of marriage
Explanation
Property owned before marriage remains separate property in Arizona as long as it can be properly traced and documented. Commingling separate property with community property can create tracing difficulties and potentially convert it to community property.
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