What is the Difference between a Denial of Discharge and a debt being nondischargeable?
Denial of discharge goes to the debtor’s entire proceeding. It means that none of the debts will be discharged. See 11 U.S.C. § 727. A specific debt, however, can be found to be nondischargeable for various reasons under the Bankruptcy Code, and the discharge will apply to the debtor’s remaining debts. See 11 U.S.C. § 523. If a debt is nondischargeable, the debtor is still obligated to pay that creditor. Issues about discharge and dischargeability can be complex, and you should consult an attorney if they arise in your case.
Denial of discharge goes to the debtor’s entire proceeding. It means that none of the debts will be discharged. See 11 U.S.C. § 727. A specific debt, however, can be found to be nondischargeable for various reasons under the Bankruptcy Code, and the discharge will apply to the debtor’s remaining debts. See 11 U.S.C. § 523. If a debt is nondischargeable, the debtor is still obligated to pay that creditor. Issues about discharge and dischargeability can be complex, and you should consult an attorney if they arise in your case.
