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If your total monthly income over the course of the next 60 months is less than $7,475 then you pass the means test and you may file a Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If it is over $12,475 then you fail the means test and don't have the option of filing Chapter 7.
The court filing fee for a Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Rhode Island is $338. The court accepts cash (exact amount only), money orders, or cashier's checks. If you're self-represented, you can pay your filing fee online with a debit card or through an electronic bank transfer, but you can't use a debit card in person.
The biggest difference between Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 is that Chapter 7 focuses on discharging (getting rid of) unsecured debt such as credit cards, personal loans and medical bills while Chapter 13 allows you to catch up on secured debts like your home or your car while also discharging unsecured debt.
Filing Fees New Petitions:Chapter 7$260.00Chapter 9$1,167.00Chapter 11$1,167.00Chapter 12$200.0052 more rows
While it can be a fresh start, filing for bankruptcy comes with costs, depending on the size, type and complexity of your debt. Filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy typically costs between $1,800 and $2,300 while a Chapter 13 filing can cost between $4,500 and $5,300.