Neary v. Happel (In Re Happel)

DECISION

JAMES E. SHAPIRO, Bankruptcy Judge.

The United States Trustee (“UST”) has objected to a discharge being granted to Stacie L. Happel (“debtor”) based upon § 727(a)(3) and § 727(a)(4)(A) of the Bankruptcy Code.

This adversary proceeding came on for trial on June 23, 2008. Following the testimony and receipt of exhibits, the court took this matter under advisement.

This is a core proceeding under 28 U.S.C. § 157(b)(2)(J). The court has jurisdiction pursuant to 28 U.S.C. § 1334.

FACTS

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