Local Rule Rule 4004-4: Discharge in Chapter 13 Case - Completed Plan
Bankr. W.D. Mo. — Civil rule
Rule 4004-4. Discharge in Chapter 13 Case - Completed Plan A. Motion for Entry of Discharge. If the debtor is eligible for a Chapter 13 discharge and wants a discharge order entered, the debtor shall file a motion for entry of chapter 13 discharge using the Court's form (See Local Form - MOW 4004-4.1) after the Chapter 13 trustee files a notice of completion of the plan.
B. No Motion Filed. If no motion for entry of chapter 13 discharge is filed, the case may be closed without entry of a discharge order upon receipt of the trustee's final report. If the motion for entry of chapter 13 discharge is filed after the case has been closed, the debtor must also file a motion to reopen the case with a 21-day notice to all creditors and interested parties. A filing fee to reopen the case must be paid with the motion.