Fountain Bankruptcy Records Search

Fountain is a city south of Colorado Springs. About 32,000 people live here. It is in El Paso County. The city has military ties. Fort Carson is nearby. Many residents serve in the armed forces. Some face financial challenges. They may need bankruptcy records. This page explains how to find them.

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Fountain is in El Paso County

Fountain sits in El Paso County. The county is in southern Colorado. It is the most populous county outside Denver. Colorado Springs is the county seat. Fountain is a suburb. It is south of the main city.

For county records, visit El Paso County. They have property records. They have court files. They have marriage licenses. Visit the El Paso County page for more. The office is in Colorado Springs.

Fountain is a home rule city. It has its own government. The city provides services. It keeps records. But bankruptcy is federal. It goes to Denver. Always.

U.S. Bankruptcy Court Denver serving Fountain and El Paso County residents

Note: Fountain residents file bankruptcy in Denver, not at the El Paso County courthouse.

Federal Court for Fountain Residents

The U.S. Bankruptcy Court is in Denver. The address is 721 19th Street. Fountain is far away. It is about eighty miles south. The drive takes ninety minutes. Take I-25 north. Plan for traffic.

The court phone is 720-904-7300. The website is www.cob.uscourts.gov. Check it for information. It has forms. It has fees. It explains procedures.

Some 341 meetings are local. They may be in Colorado Springs. Check your notice. It tells you where. It tells you when. Bring your ID. Bring your documents.

The court is secure. Bring valid ID. Pass through screening. No weapons allowed. Staff are helpful. They assist visitors. They help with records.

Hours are 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Records close at 4:30 PM. Arrive early. Parking is nearby. Public transit is available in Denver. Plan your trip.

Search Fountain Bankruptcy Records Online

PACER is the best tool for Fountain residents. It saves a long drive. Use it at pacer.uscourts.gov. Create an account. Registration is free. You need a credit card.

Costs are low. Ten cents per page. Three dollars per document max. Fees under thirty dollars per quarter are waived. Many users pay nothing. This is perfect for Fountain residents.

FAQ page for PACER and Colorado bankruptcy records

Search by name. Use last name first. Add first name. Case numbers work too. Results are instant. Click to view. Download PDFs. Print or save.

PACER has records from 2001. Older cases are archived. You can request them. Contact the court. Ask for archived records. Staff will help. It takes time.

The voice system is free. Call 866-222-8029. Press extension 26. Get basic case info. Hear the status. Find next dates. Available all day.

Special Considerations for Military Members

Many Fountain residents serve in the military. Fort Carson is close. The Air Force Academy is nearby. Military members have special rules. The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act applies. It protects active duty members. It may affect bankruptcy timing.

Base legal offices can help. They offer free advice. They cannot represent you. But they can explain options. Contact Fort Carson legal assistance. They understand military issues.

Reservists and Guard members have rules too. Active duty status matters. It affects means testing. It affects exemptions. Talk to a lawyer. Get advice specific to your situation.

Veterans have benefits. Some benefits are exempt. They may not count in bankruptcy. This protects disabled veterans. It helps their families. Ask about exemptions.

Legal Help for Fountain Residents

Fountain residents have resources. Colorado Legal Services helps. They serve low-income people. Visit coloradolegalservices.org. They have a Colorado Springs office. Call for an appointment.

The Pro Se Clinic helps. Volunteer lawyers assist. They review forms. They answer questions. Visit cobar.org/bankruptcy for schedules. Sometimes they meet in Colorado Springs.

Credit counseling is required. Take it before filing. Take it after too. Approved agencies offer it. Online courses work. Phone courses work. Fees vary by income.

Lawyers are available. Some people need them. Others file alone. Think about your case. Consider your needs. Make an informed choice.

Filing Bankruptcy from Fountain

Fountain residents file in Denver. It is a long trip. Plan ahead. Bring documents. Bring ID. Bring payment or a waiver. Chapter 7 fee is $338. Chapter 13 fee is $313.

  • Complete credit counseling first
  • Gather all financial documents
  • Fill out bankruptcy forms
  • File at the Denver courthouse
  • Attend the 341 meeting
  • Complete debtor education
  • Receive discharge

After filing, you get a trustee. They review your case. You attend a meeting. This is the 341 meeting. It may be in Colorado Springs. Check your notice. Be prepared.

The trustee asks questions. Answer honestly. Bring documents. The meeting is short. Then wait for discharge. Chapter 7 takes months. Chapter 13 takes years.

Follow all rules. Complete requirements. Get your fresh start. Move forward.