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How long do bankruptcies stay on my credit report? Are they public record?

April 26, 2017bankruptcies credit report public record stay

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How long do bankruptcies stay on my credit report? Are they public record?

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A bankruptcy filing stays on your credit report 7-10 years. And yes, a bankruptcy is part of the public record. It will show up on credit and background checks. Generally, however, only the people you tell or give access to your credit report will know about your bankruptcy.