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Exemptions

Definition

The laws that designate what property you can keep during and after your bankruptcy.


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The laws vary by state and typically protect property from creditors even outside the context of a bankruptcy filing. Protected property is commonly referred to as "exempt" property.

Exemptions By State
Alabama Bankruptcy Exemptions
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