The judgment, which is the foundation of the proceedings in these cases, was rendered on a penalty, and not on a “ debt contracted.” Our constitutional provision, and stat*434utory exemption, do not embrace sucb a claim as this.' — Meredith, v. Holmes, 68 Ala. 190; Thompson on Homestead, §§380 to 383; Code of 1876, § 2820.

Affirmed.