This is a legal form that was released by the United States Bankruptcy Court on December 1, 2015 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form B2800?
A: Form B2800 is a document that discloses the compensation of a bankruptcy petition preparer.
Q: Who is a bankruptcy petition preparer?
A: A bankruptcy petition preparer is a person who assists in the preparation of bankruptcy documents and is not an attorney.
Q: Why do I need to disclose the compensation of a bankruptcy petition preparer?
A: The disclosure of compensation ensures transparency and compliance with bankruptcy laws.
Q: What information is included in the disclosure of compensation?
A: The disclosure includes the amount and nature of the compensation received by the bankruptcy petition preparer.
Q: Can a bankruptcy petition preparer charge any amount of compensation?
A: No, bankruptcy petition preparers must comply with the limitations on compensation set by the bankruptcy court.
Q: Do I need to file Form B2800 with my bankruptcy petition?
A: Yes, Form B2800 must be filed along with your bankruptcy petition.
Q: Is the disclosure of compensation confidential?
A: No, the disclosure of compensation is a publicly available document.
Q: What happens if I fail to disclose the compensation of a bankruptcy petition preparer?
A: Failure to disclose may result in penalties and potential dismissal of your bankruptcy case.
Q: Can I represent myself in bankruptcy without a bankruptcy petition preparer?
A: Yes, individuals have the right to file for bankruptcy without the assistance of a bankruptcy petition preparer.
Form Details:
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