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Courts that oversee bankruptcy filings are part of the federal court system, and are generally referred to as U.S. Bankruptcy Courts.

In Ohio, as in all states, bankruptcy filings are handled by the U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, which are specialized courts within the federal judiciary system. These courts are exclusively responsible for handling bankruptcy cases under the authority of the United States Constitution and federal law, specifically Title 11 of the United States Code, also known as the Bankruptcy Code. Ohio is divided into two bankruptcy districts: the Northern District of Ohio and the Southern District of Ohio, each with its own set of bankruptcy courts. Individuals and businesses in Ohio must file for bankruptcy in the district where they reside or where their business operates. The U.S. Bankruptcy Courts in Ohio oversee all aspects of bankruptcy proceedings, including petitions, hearings, creditor meetings, and the discharge of debts, ensuring that federal bankruptcy laws are applied consistently.

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