In re Sallee
Nov
15
2007
Ruling
Above median debtors not required to surrender two of four vechicles where plan was proposed in good faith as "reasonably necessary" inquiry does nto apply under BAPCPA.
Procedural posture
The chapter 13 trustee filed an objection to confirmation of the debtors'proposed plan. The trustee argued that the good faith standards set forth in 11 U.S.C. § 1325(a)(3) and (7) required the debtors to surrender two of their four vehicles. In the alternative, the trustee argued that the payments on the extra vehicles were not reasonable and necessary expenses.
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