Find Bankruptcy Records in Pike County
Bankruptcy cases from Pike County go to the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in Montgomery. The court is about 50 miles from Troy.
Pike County Quick Facts
Middle District Bankruptcy Court
Pike County is in the Northern Division of the Middle District of Alabama. All bankruptcy business goes through Montgomery. From Troy, the drive takes about an hour going north on US-231.
The court sits at One Church Street in downtown Montgomery. Walk-in hours run 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Phone support extends to 5:00 PM. This is the only staffed location for the whole Middle District.
| Court Name | U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Middle District of Alabama |
|---|---|
| Address | One Church Street Montgomery, AL 36104 |
| Phone | (334) 954-3800 |
| Hours | Walk-in: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Phone: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | almb.uscourts.gov |
How to Search Bankruptcy Records
PACER is the system for searching federal court records. Registration is free. PACER charges 10 cents per page with a $3.00 cap. Keep quarterly totals under $30 for free access.
To find Pike County bankruptcies:
- Visit pacer.uscourts.gov
- Create a free account
- Select Middle District of Alabama
- Enter name or case number
- View results
Free phone searches at 1-866-222-8029. Check RECAP Archive at courtlistener.com/recap for free documents.
Filing Fees
Chapter 7 costs $338. Chapter 13 costs $313. Chapter 11 runs $1,738. Copies cost extra: PACER is 10 cents per page up to $3.00. Certified copies are $12.00.
- Chapter 7: $338
- Chapter 13: $313
- Chapter 11: $1,738
- PACER: $0.10/page (max $3.00)
- Certified copy: $12.00
Low-income filers may pay over time or get fees waived.
Types of Bankruptcy
Most Pike County residents file Chapter 7 or Chapter 13. Chapter 7 wipes out debts quickly. Chapter 13 sets up a payment plan.
Chapter 7 works best for high debt and low income. Chapter 13 works if you have steady wages and want to save a home.
Chapter 11 is for businesses. Troy University is a major employer. Chapter 12 is for farmers. Pike County has agricultural operations.
What Records Show
Each case has many documents. The petition lists basic debtor info. Schedules show assets and debts. Most records are public under 11 U.S.C. Section 107.
Bankruptcy Administrator
Alabama uses Bankruptcy Administrators. Contact them at (334) 954-3850. Visit almba.uscourts.gov for info.
Finding Legal Help
Legal Services Alabama at (334) 832-4570 in Montgomery serves Pike County. The Alabama State Bar referral line is (800) 392-5660.
Cities in Pike County
Pike County includes Troy, Brundidge, Banks, and Goshen. Troy is the county seat, home to Troy University. All bankruptcy cases go through Montgomery.
Nearby Counties
These counties border Pike. All are in the Middle District.