Is there a statute of limitations on how long someone can wait to file a garnishment on a paycheck?
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Is there a statute of limitations on how long someone can wait to file a garnishment on a paycheck?
Asked on October 1, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Kansas
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
There is no statute of limitations regarding how long someone can wait to file a wage garnishment on a judgment debtor.
However, you need to be aware that under the laws of all states in this country a judgment usually is valid for a certain amount of time from entry.
Typical time is ten (10) years subject to a renewal application and order in the time period that it is good for. If not renewed the judgment expires and any attempt to garnish wages on an expired judgment is invalid.
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