Get Official Petition Format

This guide provides a clear and supportive approach to filling out the Official Petition Format online. By following these steps, users can ensure that their petition is completed accurately and efficiently.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your Official Petition Format.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Official Petition Format and open it for editing.
2. Fill in the name of the debtor in the designated field, inputting the last, first, and middle names as applicable. If there is a joint debtor, include their information in the respective section.
3. Provide all other names used by the debtor over the last eight years, making sure to include married, maiden, and trade names in the specified area.
4. Enter the last four digits of the Social Security number or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN), or complete Employer Identification Number (EIN), ensuring accuracy.
5. Input the street address for both the debtor and joint debtor if applicable, along with the ZIP code for each to clarify the primary residence or business location.
6. Indicate the county of residence or principal place of business for both the debtor and joint debtor, which is necessary for jurisdictional purposes.
7. Select the chapter of the Bankruptcy Code under which the petition is being filed by checking the appropriate box.
8. Specify the nature of business by selecting the appropriate option from the provided categories. This information helps identify the type of debtor.
9. If applicable, check the box indicating whether the debtor is a tax-exempt entity. Complete any further required details if this applies.
10. Fill in the information related to the nature of debts, selecting the appropriate checkbox to identify if they are primarily consumer or business debts.
11. Read through the certification section carefully and provide your signatures where indicated. Ensure that every signature required is complete.
12. Finally, review all entered information carefully for accuracy before saving changes, downloading, printing, or sharing the completed petition.

Take the next step and complete your Official Petition Format online today.