Does the law in Georgia allow personal property such as your car or real estate to be seized -- I have a judgement against me. Also how long is the judgement and garnishment good for?

Does the law in Georgia allow personal property such as your car or real estate to be seized -- I have a judgement against me. Also how long is the judgement and garnishment good for?


In general (and I can't speak for Georgia) the creditor has no interest in your car and/or real estate - they don't want to go through the bother when they can file against bank accounts and garnishee wages. I believe Georgia Judgments are "good" for 7 years and can be renewed for another 7. By that time I'm sure the creditor will be paid!

This surprises me but in Georgia the creditor can withhold 25% of your after tax earnings PLUS your employer is allowed to charge YOU a handling fee of up to $50 per paycheck on top of that!

Amazing.