Dismissing a Case; Suspending Proceedings; Converting a Case to
U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Mississippi
Another Chapter. (f) Procedures for Dismissing, Suspending, or Converting a Case. (2) Cases Requiring a Motion. (A) A debtor in a case filed under chapter 13 may move to dismiss the case pursuant to section 1307(b).
The debtor’s motion shall be in writing and shall state whether the case has been converted previously under section 706, 1112, or 1208. (B) The motion shall be filed and served as required by Fed. R. Bankr. P. 9013. (C) If the court determines that dismissal is appropriate, the court may enter an ex parte order granting the debtor’s motion without notice or hearing. Notwithstanding entry of the order, any party in interest may file an objection to the debtor’s motion within 14 days of entry of the order.
Upon consideration of any objection timely filed, the court may, at its discretion, conduct a hearing or rule on the matter without a hearing. Joint Uniform Local Bankruptcy Rules – Northern and Southern Districts of Mississippi -14- Officers and Administration; Notices; Meetings; Examinations; Elections and Appointments; Final Report; Compensation Part II
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