Galveston County sits on the Gulf Coast southeast of Houston. It is part of the Galveston Division of the Southern District of Texas and has its own federal courthouse.
Galveston County residents file in the Southern District of Texas, Galveston Division. The courthouse is conveniently located at 601 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550, within the county itself.
Texas state exemptions apply. Homestead: unlimited in value, 10 acres urban / 100 acres rural. Personal property: $50,000 (single) / $100,000 (family). One motor vehicle per licensed household member. Federal exemptions not available in Texas.
Exemptions determine what property you can keep in bankruptcy. See the full exemptions guide.
Galveston County residents file in the Southern District of Texas, Galveston Division. The courthouse is conveniently located at 601 Rosenberg St, Galveston, TX 77550, within the county itself.
Filing fees are the same nationwide: $338 for Chapter 7 and $313 for Chapter 13. Fee waivers are available for Chapter 7 filers whose income is below 150% of the federal poverty guidelines. Chapter 13 filing fees can be paid through the repayment plan.
Texas exemptions do not specifically exempt boats. However, the generous personal property exemption ($50,000 single / $100,000 family) may cover a boat if you have room within your aggregate exemption. Consult a qualified attorney for asset-specific advice.
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