Maricopa County is the most populous county in Arizona, containing Phoenix and most of its suburbs including Scottsdale, Tempe, Mesa, Chandler, and Gilbert. It handles the vast majority of Arizona bankruptcy filings.
Arizona allows filers to choose between state and federal exemptions. State homestead exemption: $250,000 for a single individual, $250,000 for a married couple. Vehicle exemption: $6,000 ($12,000 if married, not doubling). Personal property: $6,000 household goods and furnishings. Wildcard: $300 in any property. Tools of trade: $5,000. Bank deposit: $300. Arizona is one of the few states that allows federal exemptions as an alternative.
Exemptions determine what property you can keep in bankruptcy. See the full exemptions guide.
Maricopa County cases are filed in the District of Arizona, Phoenix Division. The courthouse is at 230 N 1st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003. This court handles the majority of all bankruptcy filings in Arizona.
Yes. Arizona is one of the few states that allows filers to choose between state and federal exemptions. The federal homestead exemption is approximately $27,900 per person (doubling for married couples). Compare this to the Arizona state homestead exemption of $250,000 to determine which set is better for your situation.
Maricopa County accounts for the majority of Arizona's bankruptcy filings due to its population of over 4.4 million. The District of Arizona handles approximately 15,000-20,000 cases per year, with most originating from Maricopa County.
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