How many wage ganishments are legal and what is the most they can take out of your check?

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How many wage ganishments are legal and what is the most they can take out of your check?

I heard they can only take up to 25%. Thanks for your time and your answers.

2007-02-26 12:57:13 · 2 answers · asked by bluemoon 2 in Business & Finance ➔ Other - Business & Finance

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Here, read for yourself. http://www.dol.gov/compliance/guide/garnish.htm

2007-02-26 13:01:20 · answer #1 · answered by istitch2 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋

They can take up to 50% of your wages. If it's a government agency that is doing the garnishment they can get a court order to allow up to 65% to be attached.

2007-02-26 21:15:14 · answer #2 · answered by daddyquackers 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋