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    Jan 12, 2012, 09:48 AM
    Can a creditor garnish my wage in Texas?
    I live in Texas and my car was repossessed couple years back can the bank come and garnish my wage or my bank now
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    Jan 12, 2012, 10:20 AM
    If there is an existing judgment, they can garnish you. If there is not a judgment, they can still sue and get one as long as they are within the statute of limitations.
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    Jan 12, 2012, 10:34 AM
    Actually Texas does not allow wage garnishment on personal debt. However, they can attach bank accounts. But they do need to get a judgment against you first.
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    Jan 12, 2012, 10:41 AM
    Ahhh, good catch.
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