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Public Benefits Exemptions — State SystemWashington D.C. Law — Public Benefits Exemptions
Federal "Non-Bankruptcy" Public Benefits exemptions
(available in if using state system)
Public Benefits Exemptions — Federal System §522(d)Can Washington D.C. debtors use the Federal Bankruptcy exemptions instead of Washington D.C. exemptions?Yes. Federal exemptions are available in D.C.
The Federal Bankruptcy Exemptions under 11 U.S.C. § 522(d) are available to you if
you haven't lived in any state longer than 180 days for a while, 
or
if your state allows the Federal exemptions as a choice.
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Washington D.C. Tools of Trade ExemptionsMost states allow an exemption for "tools of trade or profession"... this can include tools, books, even vehicles. Sometimes can be an alternative to the motor vehicle exemption. 
Is Washington D.C. Adjusting Its Bankruptcy Exemptions for Inflation in 2023?The Federal Government adjusts Federal exemption amounts every three years. Does Washington D.C. adjust exemption amounts?

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            Exempting the Earned Income Tax Credit from the Bankruptcy Estate            
                          
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          Author argues: "The bankruptcy code allows each state to decide which assets a debtor may choose to exempt from the bankruptcy estate.  Most states have exempted EITC refunds because the payments meet the state definition of payment for the welfare of the individual.  Similarly, most states have exempted the advanced child tax credit (ACTC); however, each state statute stands on its own.  Ms. Medina finds out to her sorrow that New Mexico has not drafted its statutory exemptions in a manner allowing for the exemption of the EITC.  As discussed below, this is an area where Congress should step in.  We should not require a state by state determination of whether to exempt federal anti-poverty payments."
Public Benefits Exemptions for Washington D.C.

Public Benefits Exemptions — State System

Washington D.C. Law — Public Benefits Exemptions

Federal "Non-Bankruptcy" Public Benefits exemptions(available in if using state system)

Public Benefits Exemptions — Federal System §522(d)

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Federal "Non-Bankruptcy" Public Benefits exemptions
(available in if using state system)
