Engagement Ring Return Laws

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In Israel, if the engagement terminates, the ring should be returned to the giver based on the legal principle of unjust enrichment. However, this can vary depending on circumstances. Consulting with a local attorney might be beneficial.

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I got engaged to my girlfriend and bought her a very expensive ring. We called off the wedding and broke up but she refuses to give me the ring back. An engagement ring is given on the basis that there will be a wedding. I want the ring back.
Hello Shannon, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Could you please tell me where you're located? The laws around engagement ring return can vary by location.
Israel
In Israel, if the engagement terminates, the ring should be returned to the giver based on the legal principle of unjust enrichment. However, this can vary depending on circumstances. Consulting with a local attorney might be beneficial.