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Yes, social security disability benefits can be garnished to pay alimony or child support obligations. The government allows up to 50% of your disability benefits to be garnished for this purpose.

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Can Social Security Disbility benefits or pension be garnished?

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Can the IRS levy or garnish a Social Security Disability Settlement Check?

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How do you collect your alimony when your ex-husband collects Social Security?

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Can a person receiving disability benefits with direct deposit to the bank be levied?

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Can long-term disability be garnished?

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