In a Hurry? Dial +18-503-850-342 Now!Doing your paperwork or documentation could help to prove the accuracy of your asset declarations in bankruptcy proceedings. Bank statements, receipts for transactions, or documentation about property appraisal will help establish that what you say in your declarations is true and honest. Speak to an attorney if the court disagrees, especially if additional evidence or details exist that could help make up an argument in support of what you said earlier – any false claims can land you in serious legal trouble!
Remember, it is always essential to remain honest when filing bankruptcy cases as false statements could land you in serious legal entanglements! False or misleading statements could put you or even family members involved in serious legal entanglements!
As part of bankruptcy filings, courts require information on accounts, assets, and holdings held by people filing. The court uses this data to determine if an individual qualifies for bankruptcy protection or if their assets should be sold as liquidated assets. Be prepared to provide proof that all listed items are accurate before presenting them in court.
Are Asset Declarations Truthful?
A person seeking bankruptcy must provide information about their bank accounts and assets as well as any property or holdings. While for some this list might be short and straightforward, others with more complex finances may need to submit more complete lists that require more time and energy to assemble. In any event, asset declarations must be accurate and complete as the bankruptcy court needs an understanding of both your debts and assets for them to accept them.
Forms used in bankruptcy proceedings often include asset declaration forms. Our bankruptcy lawyers provide forms to help you declare your assets when filing your petition. If your asset list is extensive or complex, include additional forms or information to ensure proper declaration of all assets. Attachments may also be added as needed when filing the bankruptcy petition.
Courts may accuse petitioners of fraud if they suspect that their asset declarations are falsified. Some petitioners attempt to conceal assets from courts for protection purposes or as backup when liquidating everything; these petitioners often believe they are acting legally by doing this but in reality, are engaging in illegal activity that requires arresting action by authorities.
How Can You Prove That Your Asset Declarations Are True and Accurate?
Once you understand why accurate asset declarations are essential, your next step should be figuring out how best to declare them. People with relatively simple finances should have no difficulty compiling an asset statement themselves: home, car, and bank/investment accounts could all qualify as assets.
Documentation and records are key in verifying asset declarations are accurate. Start by gathering documentation from your bank. Thoroughly examine all records for each account within the same bank, and list multiple accounts separately if you have them across different banks. Use the most recent records available to ensure accurate declarations.
Make a list of any assets acquired through transactions. If you recently purchased or sold property, document these transactions and gather receipts as soon as possible. Keep an account of how much was transacted for each transaction as well as gains/losses made – even smaller transactions should be recorded!
Ensuring Accurate Asset Reporting
Simple account statements can be beneficial. Bank statements typically arrive monthly. We can retrieve copies and include them with your asset declaration for checking and savings accounts – it should always be possible for us to see these records regardless of their size or content.
Make an inventory of your valuable possessions such as jewelry, artwork, and collectibles to accurately reflect their true worth on asset statements. Have each piece appraised to accurately represent its true worth in your asset statements.
What to Do If Bankruptcy Court Suspects Your Asset Declarations Are False?
Don’t panic if a court suspects that you have falsified your asset declarations. Although courts take fraud very seriously and penalties for false declarations can be severe. Informing your lawyer immediately in such cases could help show the court the situation has arisen due to human error and allow more time for proper record-keeping to take place.
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Avoidance Strategies for Filers: If you believe certain assets are exempt, you may omit exemption claims from a declaration form and exclude them from bankruptcy proceedings. In such cases, clearly specify the claimed exemptions during court hearings, as the court cannot overlook this information. These assets cannot remain hidden.
Penalties of False Asset Declaration in Bankruptcy
Submitting false asset declarations during bankruptcy proceedings could have unfavorable repercussions, beginning with reconsidering your application to file. Furthermore, failure to declare certain assets can make petitioners ineligible for filing bankruptcy depending on how their petition was filed – in these instances the court would reject your petition for bankruptcy proceedings and reject your bankruptcy petition altogether.
Courts often grant debt discharge after finding problems in your asset statements; should this occur, however, the court could revote that decision and hold you liable once more for those debts.
Bottom Line!
Court officials who believe you intentionally submitted falsified asset declarations could bring charges and sanctions against you for making false declarations; you could even face fraud or perjury charges and your bankruptcy filing could likely be denied as a result.
Our bankruptcy lawyers at Bruner Wright offer assistance if this situation applies to you; please reach out today for help with your case!
For those considering bankruptcy, it is essential that they are honest and transparent with their filings. Contact Bruner Wright P.A. today!
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