Can a garnishment can be negotiated because of hardship?
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Can a garnishment can be negotiated because of hardship?
Asked on October 22, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Oklahoma
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SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
Generally no, UNLESS the hardship is a reduction in your income (and not, for example, an increase in your expenses). If it is a reduction in your income, that will affect how much can be garnished--and below a certain amount or level (around $220 per week, or the equivalent of 30 hours/week at minimum wage), your income cannot be garnished at all.
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