Chapter 13: Discharge: Application

3015-1(t): Chapter 13: Discharge: Application

LBR 3015-1(t) provides the procedure for a chapter 13 debtor to apply for entry of a discharge. After the chapter 13 trustee files a notice that all plan payments have been made, the next step is for the debtor to file an application to receive a discharge.

See link below to the application.

On the application, the debtor must indicate that the debtor timely completed a course in personal financial management. EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 1, 2024, proof of completion is made by filing a Certificate of Debtor Education. The Certificate is obtained from the approved provider of the course. The old form was "Official Form 423," which is no longer available.

If the debtor does not timely file an application for discharge, the chapter 13 case will be closed without entry of discharge.

In that situation, the debtor must file a motion to reopen the case. The court provides a form. See link below
This requires a filing fee. See link below to determine the fee

Section:

Section 4 - Match Local Bankruptcy Rules with Forms

Section Number or LBR Number:

3015-1(t)

Reference to Local Rules and/or Forms:

Debtor’s Certificate of Compliance Under 11 U.S.C. § 1328(a) and Application for Entry of Discharge

Motion in a Chapter 7 or 13 Case (1) to Reopen Case and (2) for Extension of Time to File Forms Required for Discharge [LBR 5010-1; 9013-1(q)(11)]

Rule 3003-1 through 3022-1

Reference to Common Topics:

Filing Fees

Reference to Common Links:

FAQ -- Credit Counseling vs. Personal Financial Management