Q: I NEED TO FILE A MOTION REQUESTING TO VOLUNTARY DISMISSAL OF A BANKRUPTCY FILED WITH MY INFORMATION, BUT NOT MY SIGNATUR
I AM A VICTIM OF FRAUD
A: If you believe you are a victim of bankruptcy fraud, be sure to contact an experienced bankruptcy attorney in your area so that you can get the fraudulent case dismissed and correct any misinformation applied to your credit report. I would not advise you to handle this on your own.
Nikki Hashemi and Timothy Denison agree with this answer
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If you are a victim of fraud and your information was used to file a bankruptcy petition without your consent or signature, you may be able to request that the bankruptcy court dismiss the case. Here are the general steps you can take to file a motion for voluntary dismissal:
Obtain the necessary forms: You will need to obtain the appropriate forms for filing a motion for voluntary dismissal with the bankruptcy court where the case was filed. You can typically find these forms on the court's website or by contacting the court directly.
Prepare the motion: The motion should include your name, the case number, and a statement explaining that you did not authorize the filing of the bankruptcy petition and that you are a victim of fraud. You should also state that you are requesting that the court dismiss the case.
File the motion: Once you have prepared the motion, you will need to file it with the bankruptcy court where the case was filed. You may be required to pay a filing fee, depending on the court's rules.
Serve the motion: After you file the motion, you will need to serve a copy of it on all parties involved in the bankruptcy case, including the trustee, any creditors, and the debtor. You can typically serve the motion by mail or by hand delivery.
Attend the hearing: The court will schedule a hearing to consider your motion for voluntary dismissal. You should plan to attend the hearing and present any evidence you have to support your claim of fraud.
It's important to note that bankruptcy law can be complex, and it may be helpful to consult with a bankruptcy attorney who can advise you on the specific steps you need to take and help you navigate the process. Additionally, if you believe you are a victim of fraud, you should consider reporting the fraud to the appropriate authorities, such as the police or the Federal Trade Commission.
Timothy Denison , Leon Bayer and Nikki Hashemi agree with this answer
A: You should also notify the FBI as they investigate bankruptcy fraud.
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