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    Aug 22, 2009, 05:11 PM
    Wage Garnishments
    I only work part-time. I get about 20-23 hours per week. I make $8.50 per hour. Can my check be garnished?
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    Aug 22, 2009, 05:14 PM

    Do you have a judgement against you?
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    Aug 23, 2009, 04:50 AM

    If you get a paycheck and there is a judgement filed against you, yes, they can garnish your paycheck (in most states)
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    Aug 23, 2009, 10:11 AM

    And if your state doesn't allow for wage garnishments, then they could attach your bank acount ,meaning they could take everything in your accounts!
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