25,711
Total Ch.13 Filings
73.8%
Avg Dismissal Rate
2
Federal Districts
244
Est. 1328(f) Violations
Michigan is served by 2 federal bankruptcy districts. Between fiscal years 2020 and 2024, 25,711 Chapter 13 cases were filed statewide, with a weighted average dismissal rate of 73.8% -- compared to the national average of 75.6%.
District-by-District Breakdown
| District | Filed | Dismiss % | Prior % | Pro Se % | Est. Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| E.D. Mich. | 21,544 | 75.2% | 23.3% | 2.8% | 178 |
| W.D. Mich. | 4,167 | 66.6% | 23.6% | 6.9% | 66 |
Related Resources
- Dismissal Rate Data -- compare all 94 districts
- Discharge Eligibility Screener -- check 1328(f) discharge eligibility
- Exemptions by State -- Michigan bankruptcy exemptions
- All OBP News & Analysis
Methodology: Data sourced from the Federal Judicial Center Integrated Database (FJC IDB), covering Chapter 13 cases filed in federal fiscal years 2020-2024. Weighted averages are calculated using filing volume as weights. This analysis was conducted by the Open Bankruptcy Project Research Team.