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Bankruptcy Exemption in Florida

Florida law sets a $5,000 homestead exemption limit per person, as stated in the state constitution and statutes. The exemption protects equity in a primary residence from creditors in bankruptcy, but only up to that verified amount. This cap applies under Fla. Const. Art. X, § 4, and related statutes including Fla. Stat. §§ 222.20 and 222.25. The rule also interacts with federal limits under 11 U.S.C. § 522(p), which may reduce the exemption for recent property acquisitions. The official source at flsenate.gov provides the exact text and any exceptions. A worked example below demonstrates how the $5,000 figure applies. To estimate your own potential exemption, use the DocketMath calculator with your specific property value and circumstances.

Governing authority

In Florida, the bankruptcy exemption rule is set by Fla. Const. Art. X, § 4; Fla. Stat. §§ 222.20, 222.25, 222.11, 222.21; 11 U.S.C. § 522(p). The verified packet cites Fla. Const. Art. X, § 4; Fla. Stat. §§ 222.20, 222.25, 222.11, 222.21; 11 U.S.C. § 522(p) (https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Constitution#A10S04).

Florida bankruptcy exemption: the verified value is $5,000 under Fla. Const. Art. X, § 4; Fla. Stat. §§ 222.20, 222.25, 222.11, 222.21; 11 U.S.C. § 522(p). The verified packet cites Fla. Const. Art. X, § 4; Fla. Stat. §§ 222.20, 222.25, 222.11, 222.21; 11 U.S.C. § 522(p) (https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Constitution#A10S04).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the bankruptcy exemption calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.