Pennsylvania § 8121 - Scope of subchapter.
Full text of Pennsylvania Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8121 — Scope of subchapter., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8121. Scope of subchapter.
(a) General rule.--Except as provided by subsection (b) the exemptions from execution specified in this subchapter are in addition to any other exemptions from execution granted by any other statute.
(b) Specific sum of money.--Except as otherwise expressly provided by statute, where the provisions of this subchapter and of any other statute granting exemption from execution in terms of a specific sum of money are simultaneously applicable to execution against a judgment debtor, such exemptions shall not be aggregated, but the judgment debtor shall be entitled to the benefit of the applicable statute granting exemption in terms of the largest specific sum of money.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pennsylvania § 8121
What does Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8121 cover?
Section 8121 ("Scope of subchapter.") is part of the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, the codified statutory law of Pennsylvania. 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 Pennsylvania § 8121?
A common citation format is "Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes § 8121" (Pennsylvania). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Pennsylvania law?
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How does Pennsylvania § 8121 apply to my situation?
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