Wage garnishment limits (US): your rights under the law
3 min read · consumer
Federal law caps the portion of earnings that can be garnished for debts.
Federal law caps the portion of earnings that can be garnished for debts.
What the law guarantees you here and how to use it.
What you can do: — Check the basis and amount. — Verify statutory limits. — Claim applicable exemptions.
Applicable norms with links to the primary source are below. This is information, not legal advice: for serious matters, consult a lawyer.
Norms & sources
- 15 U.S.C. § 1673
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