QUESTION
Can I file bankruptcy and get my license reinstated?
Asked on Nov 28th, 2016 on Bankruptcy - Oregon
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I have a judgment against my license from back in the early 1990's for an accident with no insurance. I paid the $500.00 reinstatement fee and they told me I would be reinstated. Then they told me not until I cleared up the judgment.
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Commercial & Bankruptcy Law Attorney serving Powell, OH
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Ronald K. Nims
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Yes, filing bankruptcy will "clear up" the judgment from an auto accident, so your license can be reinstated.
Answered on Jan 16th, 2017 at 3:25 AM
Most likely no, the judgment is criminal not civil in nature and won't be discharged in bankruptcy.
Answered on Jan 14th, 2017 at 5:22 AM
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Orantes Law Firm
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We have experience reinstating driver's licenses through a bankruptcy filing.
Answered on Jan 14th, 2017 at 5:22 AM
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Carl C. Silver Attorney at Law
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Yes, filing bankruptcy will get you your license back.
Answered on Jan 14th, 2017 at 5:21 AM
It is pretty common to file bankruptcy to resolve a revoked drivers license due to an unpaid accident. But I encourage you to explore other options to resolve this matter first with an experienced attorney before looking to bankruptcy.
Answered on Jan 14th, 2017 at 5:21 AM
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Richard B. Jacobson & Associates, LLC
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You have not identified the state where you were licensed. State laws differ. In Wisconsin, you could get your license reinstated upon filing a bankruptcy-unless the circumstances were such (such as intoxicated driving causing bodily injury) that the claims could not be discharged in bankruptcy. In any event, almost certain the limitations period for filing a claim against you for the accident has long passed. Consult a skilled BR lawyer in your locality. It's almost always worth the investment. Good Luck
Answered on Jan 14th, 2017 at 5:21 AM
Yes, it sounds like a bankruptcy will work to get your license reinstated, depending upon the circumstances of the accident.
Answered on Jan 14th, 2017 at 5:20 AM