Tucson Bankruptcy Court Records

Tucson bankruptcy records are available at the federal courthouse downtown. The U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Arizona operates an office right in Tucson at the James A. Walsh Federal Courthouse. This gives southern Arizona residents local access to bankruptcy filings. You can search records through PACER online or use the free public terminals at the courthouse. The Tucson office handles filings for Pima County and serves much of southern Arizona. Staff can help you find cases and explain how to navigate the system. All records are public under 11 U.S.C. Section 107. Chapter 7, Chapter 11, and Chapter 13 cases filed by Tucson residents pass through this court.

Tucson Bankruptcy Court Office

The Tucson office of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court is at 38 South Scott Avenue, Suite 100. This is in the James A. Walsh Federal Courthouse. The building sits downtown near the federal plaza. Easy to find and close to public parking.

Call 520-202-7500 to reach the Tucson bankruptcy office. You can also use the toll-free number at 800-556-9230. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Closed on federal holidays. Walk in to file papers or search Tucson bankruptcy records. Security screening takes a few minutes at the entrance.

The Tucson bankruptcy court page provides directions, contact details, and information about services.

Free public access terminals are available in the courthouse. Use them to search PACER without fees. This saves money on record searches. Staff can assist if you need help with the terminals.

Note: Tucson accepts payments unlike the Yuma office, so you can pay fees directly here.

Where Tucson Residents File Bankruptcy

Tucson is in Pima County. The Tucson division of the federal bankruptcy court handles local filings. State courts do not process bankruptcy cases. This is purely a federal matter under the U.S. Constitution.

You can file at the Tucson courthouse or use CM/ECF online. Attorneys must file electronically. Pro se filers have a choice. The court prefers electronic filing but accepts paper forms during business hours. Electronic filings show up in the system faster. This makes records available sooner for searching.

Most Tucson bankruptcy cases are Chapter 7 liquidations. These cases close within a few months. Chapter 13 repayment plans are also common. They last three to five years. Each type creates a full case file you can access through PACER or at the courthouse.

Tucson Bankruptcy Records Resources

The City of Tucson official website connects residents with local services and financial assistance programs.

Southern Arizona Legal Aid helps low-income Tucson residents with bankruptcy issues. Call 520-623-9465 or toll-free at 800-248-6789. They offer free legal help to those who qualify. Staff can review your situation and explain your options. They also help with forms.

The Pima County Law Library has self-help resources for bankruptcy filers. Find research materials and sample forms. Staff cannot give legal advice but can direct you to helpful resources. Step Up to Justice and other volunteer programs operate in Tucson. They match people with attorneys who work for free.

The courthouse Self-Help Center assists pro se filers. Volunteer attorneys answer basic questions. They can review your paperwork before you file. Call the Bankruptcy Help Line at 866-553-0893 for general assistance. Spanish speakers can get help in their language.

Search Tucson Bankruptcy Cases Online

PACER is the best way to search Tucson bankruptcy records from home. Register for a free account at pacer.uscourts.gov. After registration, go to ecf.azb.uscourts.gov to access Arizona cases. Search by name, case number, or tax ID.

Fees are $0.10 per page with a $3.00 cap per document. Charges under $30 per quarter get waived. Many users pay nothing. View full dockets and download documents in PDF format. Results include filing dates, case status, judge assignment, and trustee info. All public documents in the case are available.

The Voice Case Information System offers free phone access. Call 1-866-222-8029 any time. The automated system provides case numbers, filing dates, and current status. It works around the clock. Good for quick checks when you do not need documents.

Tucson Bankruptcy Record Fees

Fees apply for copying and certifying Tucson bankruptcy records. PACER online access is $0.10 per page capped at $3.00 per document. Use the free courthouse terminals to avoid these charges. Paper copies at the clerk window cost $0.50 per page.

A certified copy costs $12.00 per document. You may need certified copies for legal proceedings. Pay with cashier's check or money order to U.S. Bankruptcy Court. Online payments go through Pay.gov. The Tucson office accepts payments directly unlike some other locations.

Mail requests cost $34.00 per name or number searched. Include case details, your contact information, and payment with a stamped return envelope. Allow one to two weeks for processing. In-person requests are faster.

Note: The filing fee schedule shows all current court costs.

Tucson Bankruptcy Case Documents

Every Tucson bankruptcy file contains core documents. The petition names the debtor and declares the chapter type. Schedules list all assets, income, and debts. The statement of financial affairs covers recent transactions.

Creditors submit proofs of claim. These show who is owed money and how much. The trustee gathers assets and pays creditors according to bankruptcy rules. Court orders record every judicial decision. The discharge order at case end releases the debtor from covered debts. All these papers are public. Search them through PACER or view them at the courthouse.

Records stay available permanently. The federal court keeps all case files indefinitely. You can search cases from many years ago. Older files may take extra time to retrieve. Current cases appear in the system within a day or two of filing.

Pima County Bankruptcy Information

Tucson is the county seat of Pima County. All county residents file bankruptcy through the Tucson federal court office. Visit our Pima County page for more details on local resources and how the federal court serves the region.

Nearby Cities for Bankruptcy Records

These major Arizona cities also have bankruptcy record information: