Maine § 4426. - Exemptions in bankruptcy proceedings

Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 4426. — Exemptions in bankruptcy proceedings, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 4426.. Exemptions in bankruptcy proceedings

Notwithstanding anything to the contrary in 11 United States Code, Section 522(b), a debtor may exempt from property of the debtor's estate under 11 United States Code only that property exempt under 11 United States Code, Section 522(b)(3)(A) and (B), except that any debtor eligible for a residence exemption under section 4422, subsection 1, paragraph A-1 may exempt the amount allowed in that paragraph.   [PL 2021, c. 382, §3 (AMD).]

Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 4426.

What does Maine Revised Statutes § 4426. cover?

Section 4426. ("Exemptions in bankruptcy proceedings") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Maine § 4426.?

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Is this the official text of Maine law?

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