Does bankruptcy eliminate liens?

Yes, bankruptcy can eliminate liens in Rhode Island. When a person files for bankruptcy, the court will issue an order to stay, or “automatic stay.” This order stops creditors from any action against the debtor, including enforcement of liens. Liens are a type of legal claim against a person’s property or assets, usually placed on a person’s property when they owe a debt. When a person files for bankruptcy, the automatic stay order will remove most liens from their property, like a mortgage lien or a car lien. However, some liens cannot be removed from property, like child support liens or tax liens. Depending on the type of bankruptcy filed, some liens may be unwilling wiped away completely, or they may be reduced. When a property is sold in a bankruptcy, liens that are not wiped away or reduced are paid with the proceeds from the sale. If there is any money left over after all liens are paid, the debtor will keep the remainder of the money. If there is not enough money available to pay off the liens, they will remain attached to the property, and the debt will remain with the debtor even after the bankruptcy is completed. Overall, bankruptcy can help a person remove or reduce some of their liens, but the exact effect will depend on which type of bankruptcy is filed and the nature of the liens. It is important to contact an experienced bankruptcy lawyer in Rhode Island to understand the full consequences of filing for bankruptcy on your liens.

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