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Notice Required by 11 U.S.C. § 342(b) for Individuals Filing for Bankruptcy

Federal · United States Courts · Effective December 1, 2020

This form is a notice for individuals who are filing for bankruptcy and whose debts are mainly consumer debts. It explains the different types of bankruptcy available and warns about the serious consequences of filing and the need for legal help.

The court describes it as: This is a Director's Bankruptcy Form. Director’s Bankruptcy Forms are issued under Bankruptcy Rule 9009 by the Director of the Administrative Office of the United States Courts. The use of Director’s Forms may be required by local court rules or general orders, but otherwise exist for the convenience of the parties.

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Where this fits in a case

General & info

Information / general use — not tied to one step of a case

This form is used by an individual who is considering filing for bankruptcy and needs to understand the rules and options available to them.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should fill out this form?
This notice is for an individual who is filing for bankruptcy.
What does the form explain?
It explains the different chapters of the Bankruptcy Code available to individuals and warns about the serious consequences of bankruptcy fraud.
Do I need an attorney?
The form strongly advises that an attorney review your decision to file for bankruptcy and the choice of chapter.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026. The current version took effect December 1, 2020.

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