I recently got out of prison and a bill was delivered to me from a collection agency for the time I spent in the county jail.

They can start the collection process when ever they want.  This seems a little harsh. You have enough problems getting on your feet right now.  I cannot think of why this would not be discharged in a bankruptcy case.  If you are interested in filing, call us, or some one else that will do more than just process your petition. You need a bankruptcy lawyer to look at your special issues.  Not a paralegal to just look at your bills. Like most firms, we don't charge for the first meeting, and we'd be able to answer this question if you wanted to meet and show us anything you have in your possession regarding this claim.