How long do public records remain on my credit report?
In general, civil Judgments remain on your credit report for seven years from the date filed. Tax Liens remain on file for seven years from the date paid. If the tax lien is not paid, it will remain on the file indefinitely. Chapter 13 bankruptcies, which have been dismissed or discharged, remain on file for seven years. All other bankruptcies remain on file for ten years.
