§548 Fraudulent Transfers in Connecticut

How 11 U.S.C. § 548 applies in Connecticut — federal bankruptcy law, Connecticut district data.

What §548 Fraudulent Transfers Does

Transfers made within 2 years of filing (10 years for self-settled trusts) with actual fraudulent intent — or made for less than reasonably equivalent value while insolvent — can be avoided by the trustee and the property recovered. Common triggers: deeding the house to a family member to "protect" it before filing.

Key points:

Connecticut Bankruptcy Data (FJC)

16,107
Total filings
80.0%
Dismiss rate
6,219
Prior filers
9.4%
Prior discharge rate

Districts covered: D. Connecticut.

Apply This to Your Case

The rules above are federal — they apply identically in every state. What varies by state is exemptions (§522), median income thresholds (means test), and case-law interpretations of ambiguous terms. For a Connecticut-specific answer, check the screener or consult a local attorney.

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Related Connecticut Statutes

§548 Fraudulent Transfers in Other States