New Hampshire Chapter 13 Trustee Reports Data Breach

Melissa A. Caouette, Chapter 13 Trustee, officially reported a data breach to the New Hampshire Attorney General's office. This filing confirms that unauthorized access to systems containing personal information occurred.

As a court-appointed fiduciary, the Chapter 13 Trustee's office administers bankruptcy cases. In this role, it collects and maintains sensitive personal and financial documentation necessary for managing debt repayment plans and creditor claims. The information involved in this breach stems from these legal processes.

The official report was filed on February 17, 2026, though the specific date when the breach occurred remains unknown. An investigation into the incident is ongoing to determine its full scope. This means personal information maintained by the Trustee's office may have been exposed.

If you received a formal data breach notification letter from Melissa A. Caouette, Chapter 13 Trustee, it indicates that your personal information was potentially affected. It is important to carefully review this letter for details specific to your situation and any identity monitoring services that may be offered.

General protective steps include monitoring your financial accounts for any unusual activity. You may also consider placing a fraud alert or security freeze on your credit reports with the major credit bureaus. These actions can help prevent unauthorized use of your personal information.