How can a person file bankruptcy while in jail?

Yes, there is.  Of course it makes it difficult for the attorney, but provisions can be made for him to sign papers and assist in his representation.  The difficult part is getting all the required books and records necessary to prepare the bankruptcy papers. I've never handled such a case, but it is definitely possible.  He needs to find a bankruptcy attorney who has dealt with such situations before. Mark Markus has been practicing exclusively bankruptcy law in California since 1991.  He is a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization,  AV-Rated by martindale.com, and A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau.