Enforcement of money judgments: exemptions.
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Overview
This bill clarifies the exemptions for homeowners when facing a money judgment. Specifically, it expands the existing exemption to include the homeowner’s principal place of residence or domicile, as long as materials purchased for repairs or improvements are valued at $3,500 or less. This aims to protect homeowners’ ability to maintain and improve their homes during a legal proceeding. The bill modifies a section of the Code of Civil Procedure to ensure this protection.
Key provisions
- Expands the exemption for repair and improvement materials.
- Applies the exemption to the judgment debtor’s principal residence or domicile.
- Sets a monetary limit of $3,500 for exempt materials.
- Covers materials purchased in good faith.
- Addresses situations where the judgment debtor and spouse live separately.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Judgment Debtors
- Creditors
Notable changes
- Clarifies that the exemption applies to the residence itself, not just improvements.
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