If I had a levy put on my bank account with no notice, what are my options?
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If I had a levy put on my bank account with no notice, what are my options?
Asked on September 28, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, California
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Under the laws of all states in this country a levy upon a judgment debtor's assets does not require prior notice of the process. However, once the levy is served, the levying officer is required to give written notice of such to the judgment debtor so that he or she can timely serve and file a claim of exemption with the court if the levy is contested.
Your option if you want to contest the levy is to timely serve and file a claim of exemption with the court. To do such, I suggest that you consult with a consumer law attorney.
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