How do you stop wage garnishment in California?

Answer 1

There are several options available to you if you need to stop a wage garnishment in California. If a creditor is garnishing your wages you can: File for Bankruptcy-If you qualify the wage garnishment can be stopped right away. Once the case is filed the creditor must stop garnishing your wages immediately. If they garnish your wages after filing your bankruptcy case then they must return the funds to you. File a claim of exemptions- If the wage garnishment will result in you having insufficient income to provide for your basic necessities then you need to file a claim of exemptions form. Filing this form may stop the wage garnishment or limit the amount that you are being garnished by. For a detailed explanation on how to fill out the claim of exemptions forms go to: http://www.socaladvocates.com/Bankruptcy/Stop-Wage-Garnishments-in-California.aspx

Answer 2

To stop wage garnishment in California, you can take the following steps: 1) File a Claim of Exemption and Request for Hearing form within 10 days of receiving the garnishment notice. 2) Provide proof of income, expenses, and supporting documentation to support your claim. 3) Attend the hearing and present your case before a judge to demonstrate that the garnishment would cause financial hardship. 4) If approved, the judge may reduce or stop the wage garnishment.