A husband shall not be liable for the debts of his wife contracted prior to or after their marriage, except for her necessary support and that of their minor children residing with her.
HISTORY: 1962 Code Section 20-206; 1952 Code Section 20-206; 1942 Code Section 8575; 1932 Code Section 8575; Civ. C. '22 Section 5540; Civ. C. '12 Section 3761; Civ. C. '02 Section 2668; G. S. 2037; R. S. 2167; 1897 (20) 1121; Const. 1895 Art. 17 Section 9.