Certification of Domestic Support Obligation and Section 522(q) (Chapter 12)

Last Updated: February 2023

Domestic Support Obligation Certification

and Section 522(q)

A Chapter 12 debtor is required to file a certificate regarding domestic support obligations and Section 522(q) no earlier than six months prior to completion of the plan payments; or upon the filing of a motion for entry of discharge under Section 1228(b).  The Certification Regarding Domestic Support Obligations and Section 522(a) can be found at www.ndb.uscourts.gov (Local Forms).

EACH individual debtor must file his/her own Certification of Domestic Support Obligations.

Failure to file the Certification Regarding Domestic Support Obligation and Section 522(q) will result in the case being closed without discharge.  If the debtor(s) subsequently files a motion to reopen case to allow for the filing of the certification, the debtor(s) must pay the full filing fee due.

Filing Requirements

• Certification Regarding Domestic Support Obligations.
  
  Note:  This form is used for both Chapter 12 and Chapter 13 Debtor(s). 

Step-by-Step Procedures to file:

1. Log in to CM/ECF

2. Select [Bankruptcy > Misc/Other].

3. Enter the case number (e.g., xx-xxxxx).

4. Select [Certification of Domestic Support Obligations] from the event list.

5. Select the party filer.

6. Browse to select the Certification (PDF file).

7. Verify the final docket text; if correct, click [Next] to submit your document(s).
   
   Note: The Notice of Electronic Filing displays, giving you the document number. Copies of this notice are immediately emailed to all participants who receive electronic service in the case.