Are unpaid alimony payments dischargeable in bankruptcy?

In Nebraska, unpaid alimony payments are generally not dischargeable in bankruptcy. Alimony is a type of court-ordered payment that is typically paid from a former spouse to another for maintenance and support. Alimony is usually paid on a monthly basis or through a lump sum payment. Even though bankruptcy may provide a way to discharge most debts, it does not absolve an individual from paying alimony. Under Nebraska law, alimony is not considered a debt and is not dischargeable in bankruptcy. Alimony payments can only be discharged if both parties agree to discharge the payments through the bankruptcy court. Even if both parties agree, the court still has to approve the discharge of the alimony payments. The Bankruptcy Code also states that if an individual has willfully failed to pay alimony payments, then the alimony payments are non-dischargeable. In other words, even though bankruptcy may generally provide a way to reduce or eliminate certain debts, it cannot be used to reduce or eliminate alimony payments. In conclusion, unpaid alimony payments are generally not dischargeable in bankruptcy in Nebraska. While it may be possible for both parties to agree to discharge the alimony payments, the court still has to approve the agreement. Additionally, if an individual has willfully failed to pay alimony payments, the payments cannot be discharged in bankruptcy.

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