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    Aug 17, 2006, 05:17 AM
    Chapter 7 discharge in criminal case
    Is chapter 7 bankruptcy dischargable under criminal restitution cases involvind a minor with parents involed

    Is that dichargable under chapter 7 when parents are involed under what son did
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    Aug 17, 2006, 06:22 AM
    I don't understand the connection you're making between a criminal case and a bankruptcy. Please clarify.
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    Aug 17, 2006, 06:25 AM
    Hello nikki:

    It's a very interesting question. I would say no. Restitution is imposed by a criminal court as part of a sentence. I don't think a civil court can remove any of those punishments.

    excon

    PS> As you can see, I DON'T KNOW. A quick visit to a bankruptcy attorney will answer your question, and it should be a free visit too.
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    Aug 17, 2006, 06:30 AM
    I see now. I think not, also. I see that in Iowa (for example) Debts for most fines, penalties, forfeitures, or criminal restitution obligations are NOT dischargable by bankruptcy.

    My guess is that this is true in most if not all states.

    What state are you in, nikki? The information might be available online.
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    Aug 22, 2006, 07:59 PM
    I wouldn't think so. Usually, any court-ordered civil or criminal obligations aren't dischargeable under Chapter 7 proceedings.
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