Bankruptcy Code

Bankruptcy is a legal declaration that allows some debtors to discharge their unsecured debts. The text of this statute is provided as general information to the public. It may be amended, revised, or rescinded at any time without notice. This information is not intended to be legal advice. For more information, please see our disclaimer.

11 U.S.C. § 1503. International obligations of the United States

To the extent that this chapter [11 USCS §§ 1501 et seq.] conflicts with an obligation of the United States arising out of any treaty or other form of agreement to which it is a party with one or more other countries, the requirements of the treaty or agreement prevail.