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How long does a creditors have to object to a Chapter 13 plan?

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Rachel Davis

Updated on January 20, 2026

Objections to the confirmation of a chapter 13 plan that is timely filed and noticed prior to the § 341 meeting of creditors must be filed not later than seven (7) days after the date of the § 341 meeting of creditors.

How long after Chapter 13 dismissed can you refile?

If you refile your case within one year of your first case’s dismissal, the automatic stay protecting you from actions by your creditors will last only 30 days. You can get this time period extended if you make a motion and have a hearing in which you demonstrate that your second filing is in good faith.

Does Chapter 13 get rid of Judgements?

The following are some of the most common nonpriority general unsecured debts you can wipe out in Chapter 13 bankruptcy: most types of lawsuit judgments (be aware that a Chapter 13 discharge will not eliminate any debts arising out of willfully and maliciously injuring another person), and. outstanding utility bills.

Under what circumstances will a court approve a Chapter 13 plan over the objection of creditors?

(Learn more about the Chapter 13 repayment plan.) In most cases, unless the trustee or one of your creditors objects to the confirmation of your plan, the court will approve it. But if you don’t propose a feasible plan that complies with all bankruptcy laws, the trustee can object to its confirmation.

What happens after a chapter 13 case is dismissed?

What Happens After a Dismissed Chapter 13 Case? While you are in a bankruptcy case, you are protected by the automatic stay. Creditors are prohibited by the bankruptcy stay from taking any actions to collect a debt without court approval. Once a bankruptcy case is dismissed, the automatic stay is no longer in effect.

When to file for Chapter 13 debt relief?

When an individual cannot qualify for debt relief under Chapter 7 because of excessive income or other circumstances, that person may file for debt relief under Chapter 13. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy case is a repayment plan. When you file under Chapter 13, you propose a repayment plan for your debts.

When to file a Chapter 7 or 13 bankruptcy?

When an individual doesn’t qualify for debt relief under Chapter 7 because they make too much money or had a prior Chapter filing, that person can file Chapter 13 instead. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy case is a debt reorganization.

How long does a chapter 13 case last?

The Importance of the Dismissal Option. A Chapter 13 case lasts a long time compared to a Chapter 7 case—usually 3 to 5 years. A lot can happen during that time. So it can be important to be able to get out.