Can my wages be garnished in one state for a car that was repossessed in another?

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Can my wages be garnished in one state for a car that was repossessed in another?

I am the only income coming into my household and currently support 2 children and a wife that is a full-time student. My current salary is $558 a week.

Asked on May 30, 2012 under Bankruptcy Law, Florida

Answers:

SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Yes, your wages can be garnished in one state when you defaulted on your auto loan/financing in another state. That's because every state will respect and enforce the judgments, or court decisions, of every other state, and will also enforce contracts (like loans and financing agreements) entered into in other states. Therefore, depending on the exact circumstances, the lender/financing agency can either sue you in their state, then enforce the judgment (including by garnishing wages) in your state; or they might be able to and choose to sue you directly in your own state.

If you after tax (FICA) income exceeds, I believe, $217.50 per week, you could have your income garnished.


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