Will filing for bankruptcy stop repossession?

The answer to the question, “Will filing for bankruptcy stop repossession?” in Oklahoma is yes. There are both federal and Oklahoma state laws which allow for those individuals who are filing for bankruptcy to stop the repossession of their property. In Oklahoma, the primary laws which allow for the stoppage of repossession are the Automatic Stay Provision of the Federal Bankruptcy Code and the Oklahoma state Bankruptcy Act. The Automatic Stay Provision of the Federal Bankruptcy Code provides that when a debtor files for bankruptcy, certain collection activities against a debtor are automatically and immediately stopped. This includes the repossession of property that is owned by the debtor if it is secured by debt. This means that the repossession of the debtor’s property is prevented as long as the debtor filed for bankruptcy in a timely manner. The Oklahoma state Bankruptcy Act also prohibits creditors from attempting to repossess property if the debtor has filed for bankruptcy. The Act provides that any repossession activities and any attempts to repossess the debtor’s property must cease immediately when the debtor files for bankruptcy. Any repossession activities that occur after the debtor has filed for bankruptcy may be subject to additional penalties and fines. In conclusion, filing for bankruptcy in Oklahoma will stop repossession of the debtor’s property. This is accomplished through both the Automatic Stay Provision of the Federal Bankruptcy Code and the Oklahoma state Bankruptcy Act.

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