Chapter 7

Definition of "Chapter 7"

Also called straight bankruptcy. A provision of the 1978 bankruptcy Reform Act providing for a persons property to be divided among creditors to satisfy his/her unpaid debts. Any debtor subject to Chapter 7 is also subject to Chapter 11. See also bankruptcy.

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