Property Ownership
Under Louisiana law, which type of property is considered the separate property of a spouse?
AProperty purchased with community funds during marriage
BProperty owned before marriage or received as a gift or inheritance✓ Correct
CProperty purchased in both spouses' names
DAll property acquired after marriage
Explanation
In Louisiana, separate property includes property owned before the marriage, and property received as a gift or inheritance during the marriage — as long as it is kept separate from community assets.
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