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Wisconsin Bankruptcy Exemption for Personal Property Under Wis. Stat. § 815.18

In Wisconsin, the primary bankruptcy exemption for personal property is governed by Wis. Stat. § 815.18, which allows a debtor to protect up to $4,000 of equity in certain assets. This statute sets out categories of exempt property and provides specific dollar limits for each category, though the $4,000 figure applies broadly to the wildcard or general exemption for personal property not otherwise covered. The exemption is subject to conditions and limitations detailed in the official source. For a precise calculation of how this amount applies to individual assets, the DocketMath calculator can estimate the result based on the user’s specific property values and the statute’s full provisions.

Governing authority

In Wisconsin, the bankruptcy exemption rule is set by Wis. Stat. §§ 815.18, 815.20; Wis. Stat. § 425.106; 11 U.S.C. § 522. The verified packet cites Wis. Stat. §§ 815.18, 815.20; Wis. Stat. § 425.106; 11 U.S.C. § 522 (https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/815/18).

Wisconsin bankruptcy exemption: the verified value is $4,000 under Wis. Stat. §§ 815.18, 815.20; Wis. Stat. § 425.106; 11 U.S.C. § 522. The verified packet cites Wis. Stat. §§ 815.18, 815.20; Wis. Stat. § 425.106; 11 U.S.C. § 522 (https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/815/18).

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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.