Which of the Following Is NOT True of Wage Garnishment

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of wage garnishment?

• A)Only one wage garnishment is permissible at a time.
• B)A debtor can stop garnishment by filing a notice with the court that will lead to a hearing in which the judge determines if the wages are exempt.
• C)States are not allowed to put dollar restrictions on garnishment;only the federal government can.
• D)A debtor who makes below a certain amount of money will be exempt from garnishment.
• E)Restrictions on garnishment under the Federal Consumer Credit Protection Act do not apply if the garnishment is for child support.

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