I filed for chapter 13 bankruptcy in 2003, it was discharged in January 2005. Can I file chapter 13 again now? I live in SC if it makes a difference
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I filed for chapter 13 bankruptcy in 2003, it was discharged in January 2005. Can I file chapter 13 again now? I live in SC if it makes a difference
Asked on June 16, 2009 under Bankruptcy Law, South Carolina
Answers:
N. K., Member, Iowa and Illinois Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Under the law, you can't file another Chapter 13 bankruptcy unless you received a discharge under Chapter 13 more than two years ago.
It appears you can file again.
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