Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Indiana

Bankruptcy Out of U.S.

My husband and I have been retired out of the country for two years. Can you file for bankruptcy if you are out of the country but still maintaining your U.S. address? He received a summons to appear in court due to unpaid credit card debt, but was unable to do so. If he returns to the U.S., can he be arrested?


Asked on 9/03/08, 4:03 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys
Samuel Hasler Samuel Hasler

Re: Bankruptcy Out of U.S.

I am not aware of any debtor's prison in the United States.

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Answered on 9/04/08, 10:32 am
E. Brian Davis Davis Law Office

Re: Bankruptcy Out of U.S.

Yes you can file bankruptcy and no you won't be arrested (just for failing to answer a civil summons).

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Answered on 9/05/08, 11:29 pm
LUIS ANTONIO GONZALEZ M. LAGM.com

Re: Bankruptcy Out of U.S.

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Yes, is possible. Is possible file for bankruptcy and is possible be arrested.

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Answered on 9/18/08, 5:51 pm


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