If my Chapter 7 was discharged just over 7 years ago, when will I be able to file another?

Question Details: It was discharged 7 years ago last month.

Asked on 2/19/2013 under: Bankruptcy Illinois More Legal Topics ▼All States ▼

Elena Eckert Answered 29 days ago This attorney is licensed in California View Attorney Profile

You should be able to file Chapter 7 liquidation bankruptcy no sooner than 8 years after you received a discharge.

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