Section 139J — Bankruptcy Act 1966 (Cth)

Objects of Division

The objects of this Division are:

(a) to require a bankrupt who derives income during the bankruptcy to pay contributions towards the bankrupt’s estate; and

(b) to enable the recovery of certain money and property for the benefit of the bankrupt’s estate.

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Related sections

s 139F — Court to take account of interests of other persons
s 139G — Giving effect to orders under this Division
s 139H — Entity entitled to claim in bankruptcy
s 139K — Definitions
s 139L — Meaning of income
s 139M — Derivation of income

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