Filing Bankruptcy In Indiana

Summary

If you miss a civil case hearing in Indiana, a default judgment may be issued. Indiana allows for certain bankruptcy exemptions, including homestead, personal property, and wage exemptions. If you fail to appear for a show cause hearing, the court may issue a bench warrant for your arrest. Contact the court or a legal professional for advice.

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I missed a civil case for owing a bank * dallors, and now i have what they call a show of cause
What state are you currently residing in? This information will help me provide you with the most accurate legal information.
Indiana
What is the date for your show cause hearing? This will help me provide you with the most accurate legal information.
Nov.16th
What type of bankruptcy are you planning to file - Chapter * or Chapter *?
In Indiana, for a civil case:
- You must respond to the summons within 20 days.
- If you miss a hearing, a default judgment may be issued.
I dont know .i have never been threw this
What is your current financial situation? This will help determine if you're eligible for Chapter * or Chapter * bankruptcy.
I am curently unemployed
What are your current sources of income, if any? In Indiana, eligibility for Chapter * bankruptcy often depends on your income level.
Unemployed
What are your total assets and liabilities? This will help determine if you're eligible for Chapter * or Chapter * bankruptcy.
I lost everything with the pandemic,job of * yrs and all
I'm sorry to hear about your situation. Are you aware of any exemptions you might qualify for in a bankruptcy case in Indiana?
General Information:
- Indiana allows for certain exemptions in bankruptcy cases.
- These can include homestead, personal property, and wage exemptions.
No i am not aware
In Indiana, bankruptcy exemptions include:
- Homestead exemption
- Personal property exemption
- Wage exemption
Is there anything else I can help with?
No
What is the name of the bank you owe money to?
General Information:
- In Indiana, if you fail to appear for a show cause hearing, the court may issue a bench warrant for your arrest.
- It's important to contact the court or a legal professional for advice.