Will judgments attached to my home be discharged?

I have several judgments against my home. If I file for a chapter 7 bankruptcy that includes my property, will these judgments against my home be discharged along with everything else? Thank you.
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Answered By: Lorene Lynn Mies, APLC
If there are liens on your home due to past judgments after the discharge of the debt your attorney will need to file a motion to have the liens stricken.

Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 8/27/2010

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Answered By: Diefer Law Group, P.C.
You have to file a motion to remove the liens from the house.

Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 8/23/2010

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Answered By: The Doan Law Firm
Liens against real estate will usually remain valid, unless they were specifically avoided via lien avoidance motion.

Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 8/23/2010

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