Can I still collect on a default judgemnt against the defendant if he filed for bankruptcy?

Can I still collect on a default judgemnt against the defendant if he filed for bankruptcy?

Under discharge of debts, if I believe the debtor is not entitled to receive a discharge of the debt under bankruptcy code section 727(a) or that a debt owed to me is not dischargeable under bankruptcy code section 523(a)(2), (4), or (6), then I must file a complaint, or a motion if I assert the discharge should be denied under 727(a)(8) or (a)(9). It seems that if I were to file a complaint or motion, it would fall under section 523: defalcation/fraud in a fiduciary capacity or under payment of an order for restitution.

Asked on March 11, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Arizona

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