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In re Lanier

In re Lanier

Ruling
Homestead exemption did not cover adjacent tract not linked to support, existence or enhancement of residence.
Procedural posture

A chapter 7 trustee filed an objection to debtors' claim of a homestead exemption under 11 U.S.C.S. § 522(d)(1). The debtors listed a modular home and a lot, and the trustee contended that the lot was in fact two parcels, one of which was not residential.

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Consumer opinion summary, case decided on April 18, 2008 , LexisNexis #0608-005