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Yes, you can. It is considered a single filing even though your married. In a Chap. 7 all of your debt will be cleared, and anything you are on jointly will legally be your husbands sole responsibility.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 13y agoYes. The state has no control over it. It's a federal procedure.
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How can you convert from a Chapter 13 to a Chapter 7 without your spouse even though both are on a dismissed with prejudice Chapter 13?
Since its dismissed w/ prejudice - Wait 180 days and file an individual chapter 7. Your spouse does not have to file.
Can you file chapter 7 without spouse in Texas?
Yes. The state has no control over it. It is a federal procedure.
What exactly can be done if spouse does not want to file chapter 7 with other spouse?
File it by yourself. Spouse does not need to file. Any joint debts will become her sole responsibility.
Can a person file Chapter 7 bankruptcy if their spouse already has?
Yes, you can.
Can you file a chapter 7 bankruptcy without your spouse in CA?
A married person living in a community property state (Arizona is a CP state) can file for BK without the other spouse. However, all debts and assets incurred during the marriage are considered equally owned and owed by both parties. Therefore, depending upon the status of the property and/or assets they may not be exempt from creditor action. Likewise the non filing spouse could be held accountable for debts owed even if the accounts were not held in his or her name.
If you are in the military can you file for a divorce without contacting your spouse?
You cannot file for divorce in the US without contacting your spouse unless they are declared dead or they cannot be located.
Can only a spouse file chapter 7?
A married person may file for bankruptcy without including a spouse. The particular circumstances governing the situation will dictate whether this is or is not a wise decision. Property held in joint names such as a house may not be protected from inclusion in the assets to be distributed merely by reason of being in joint names with a spouse.
Can you file taxes with your spouse even if you are not married?
Spouse = married. Can't have one without the other.
Can military spouse claim bankruptcy without their spouse?
According to my lawyer, the answer is yes. I just did and my husband isn't involved since all the debt is in my name. If you have joint accounts both people on the accounts must be involved, but if it's just in one person's name, then just that person can file seperately.
If you file chapter 7 on debts you acquired before you got married would that affect your spouse refinancing and credit if you are not on the loan?
NO, that would not effect your spouse or partner.
If one spouse filed chapter 7 bankruptcy 10 years ago and the other spouse filed five years ago can you file again jointly?
No.
Can you exclude your spouse when filing a Chapter 7?
Yes, but do you want to. If your spouse is signed with you on any loan or credit card and he/she doesn't file for banruptcy, he/she will now be responsible for the debt.
