What Happens if Your Bankruptcy Case Gets Dismissed?

Sometimes when you've filed for bankruptcy things don't go as you planned. You may decide you no longer want to be in bankruptcy and hope to dismiss the case. Or the trustee may ask the court to dismiss your case because he or she believes you've engaged in fraud. Below you can find out if you can dismiss a case once you've filed, when a court might dismiss your case, and what happens if your case is dismissed.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case Dismissal

My Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Was Dismissed for Nonpayment. Should I Appeal?

Can you save your Chapter 13 bankruptcy case if the court dismisses it because you didn’t make your monthly plan payments?
Appealing the Dismissal of a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

If your Chapter 13 case was dismissed, refiling or appealing is your better option. Learn why and what deadlines apply if you choose to appeal.
Can I Refile If My Chapter 13 is Dismissed for Non-Payment?

You can usually refile a Chapter 13 petition, but not always. Also, expect to overcome new hurdles. For instance, you could lose the automatic stay protection that stops creditor collections.

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When a Bankruptcy Case Is Dismissed

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy Case Dismissal

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