What should be clarified when a wedding gift is intended for one spouse rather than both?
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Clarify the intended recipient with the giver and record that intention, rather than assuming every wedding gift belongs jointly to the couple.
Keep a card, message or receipt with the item where appropriate and distinguish a present from a loan or an item held for safekeeping. Avoid settling disputed ownership through family announcements. The legal effect can depend on the facts and jurisdiction, so seek qualified advice if a disagreement arises. A clear intention record is helpful evidence, not a universal ownership ruling.
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