Automatic discharge
The point at which a person is released from most bankruptcy restrictions automatically after the statutory period, unless the law provides otherwise.
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Discharge from bankruptcy
The point at which most bankruptcy restrictions end and the bankrupt is released from most debts covered by the bankruptcy, subject to exceptions.
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Arrest of discharge
A Northern Ireland bankruptcy term for a court postponing or suspending discharge, typically where the bankrupt has not fulfilled duties or cooperated with the insolvency process.
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Discharged bankrupt
A person whose bankruptcy discharge has taken effect, ending most bankruptcy restrictions but not necessarily every obligation connected with the case.
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