Garnishment

What is Garnishment?

The process by which a judgment creditor may attempt to attach the property or funds of the judgment debtor that are lawfully being held by a third party, such as a bank or an employer. Notice of garnishment must be sent to the judgment debtor.

Further Reading

For more detailed information, see our related Civil Procedure terms:

• Third Party Defendant
• Relation Back
• Show Cause Order
• Judgment Creditor

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