In Re Manske

DECISION

JAMES E. SHAPIRO, Bankruptcy Judge.

PRELIMINARY STATEMENT

This dispute involves the United States Trustee’s motion to dismiss this case on the grounds of substantial abuse pursuant to 11 U.S.C. § 707(b). 1 A trial was held on May 26, 2004 and adjourned to September 15, 2004. Testimony was received from the debtors (hereafter referred to as “Anita” and “Gary” or “debtors”). Exhibits were received into evidence. At the close of testimony, oral arguments were presented.

This is a core proceeding pursuant to 28 U.S.C. §§ 157(b)(2)(A) and (O).

FACTS

Anita and Gary formerly lived in Trevor,…