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    Sep 22, 2010, 08:08 AM
    If found guilty in a small claims court can your pay be garnished
    I want to file suit in small claims court, but can the guilty party be garnished for payment?
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    Sep 22, 2010, 08:10 AM

    I am suing my SOON TO BE ex in small claims court for unpaid bills (car judgements & IRS payments). Will his pay be garnished for this claim?
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    Sep 22, 2010, 09:11 AM

    He won't be "found guilty". "Guilty" is a criminal term.

    If he is found liable, and a judgment is entered against him, yes, in most states you will be able to garnish the non-exempt portion of his pay.
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