In the often complex process of filing for bankruptcy in the United States, the B 201B form stands out as a pivotal document aimed at safeguarding the rights of consumer debtors. Officially known as the Certification of Notice to Consumer Debtor(s) under § 342(b) of the Bankruptcy Code, this form serves as a crucial checkpoint in the bankruptcy filing process, ensuring that debtors are fully informed of their rights and the implications of filing for bankruptcy. Drafted by the (non-attorney) bankruptcy petition preparer, the form attests to the preparer's compliance with the legal requirement to deliver crucial information to the debtor, as mandated by § 342(b) of the Bankruptcy Code. Additionally, the form collects signatures from both the debtor and, if applicable, the joint debtor, affirming that they have received and understood the notice attached to the form. This procedure highlights the importance of transparency and informed consent in the bankruptcy process, safeguarding the debtor's interest in a legal framework that can often be daunting. Instructions included with the form further guide on its proper use, especially emphasizing the attachment of Form B 201A, which contains the actual notice to the debtor, making it an indispensable part of filing for bankruptcy.
| Question | Answer |
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| Form Name | Form B 201B |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
| Other names | Illinois, preparers, 201A, 201B |
B 201B (Form 201B) (12/09)
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United States Bankruptcy Court |
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Debtor |
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Chapter __________ |
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CERTIFICATION OF NOTICE TO CONSUMER DEBTOR(S) |
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UNDER § 342(b) OF THE BANKRUPTCY CODE |
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Certification of
I, the
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Printed name and title, if any, of Bankruptcy Petition Preparer Address:
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Signature of Bankruptcy Petition Preparer or officer, principal, responsible person, or partner whose Social Security number is provided above.
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Social Security number (If the bankruptcy petition preparer is not an individual, state the Social Security number of the officer, principal, responsible person, or partner of the bankruptcy petition preparer.) (Required by 11 U.S.C. § 110.)
Certification of the Debtor
I (We), the debtor(s), affirm that I (we) have received and read the attached notice, as required by § 342(b) of the Bankruptcy
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Printed Name(s) of Debtor(s) |
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Case No. (if known) ____________________ |
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Signature of Joint Debtor (if any) |
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Instructions: Attach a copy of Form B 201A, Notice to Consumer Debtor(s) Under § 342(b) of the Bankruptcy Code.
Use this form to certify that the debtor has received the notice required by 11 U.S.C. § 342(b) only if the certification has NOT been made on the Voluntary Petition, Official Form B1. Exhibit B on page 2 of Form B1 contains a certification by the debtor’s attorney that the attorney has given the notice to the debtor. The Declarations made by debtors and bankruptcy petition preparers on page 3 of Form B1 also include this certification.