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In re Evans

In re Evans

Ruling
Creditor sanctioned for repossessing debtor's vehicle on New Year's Eve in violation of stay and failing to promptly return the vehicle upon notice of violation.
Procedural posture

Movant, a chapter 13 debtor, sought sanctions against a creditor on a claim that the creditor had violated the automatic stay imposed under 11 U.S.C.S. § 362. The creditor failed to cure the violation despite notice from debtor's counsel, did not oppose the motion, and did not appear in defense at the hearing.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on February 14, 2008 , LexisNexis #0408-039