Michigan Bankruptcy - What is A Discharge
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What is a discharge?
Discharge of debts is the goal of the debtor in a bankruptcy filing.  A discharge means that a debt has become unenforceable and the debtor is released from all liability regarding that debt.  It should be noted however, that certain types of debts are not dischargeable, even though they are listed in the bankruptcy petition.  They include:
    • student loans
    • taxes owed to the goverment
    • alimony and child support
    • debts obtained by fraud, false pretenses, a false representation or a false written statement regarding the debtor's financial condition
    • debts for embezzlement, larceny or fraud while acting in a position of trust
    • debts arising from the debtor's driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs