Yes, you both have rights to the car and he should have to pay you money.  Under the law you have a righ to all community property "in-kind," meaning that you literally have a right to half of the object.  Now, I know that is impossible with the car, but that's why a judge has the right to award property to one spouse or the other or force it to be sold. If you are in agreement that he is to keep the car, then he has to make what is considered a "property equalization" payment equal to your half interest in the car's equity.  Basically take the Kelly blue book value subtract the debt owed, get the equity amount, divide that in half and you get your share to be equalized.  You have to do that with all community property that is divied up. You are also most likely entitled to support and to having your attorneys fees or a portion of them paid for by your husband.  You should really speak with a local family law attorney to help guide you through this process because it can make a huge difference in the outcome. If you are in the Ventura County area feel free to contact me.