Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Florida

In advance, thank you for your time.

I am a resident of Florida and have been for 6 years. I recently took a new job after working a few different positions since being here and my employer and myself just received a wage garnishment order from Indiana (my previous state of residency) from 2009. I have not been made aware where it stems from or what entity I owe this money. I guess my questions is, does my FL employer have to abide by this and/or can I avoid the garnishment altogether?


Asked on 7/19/16, 11:42 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Barry Kaufman The Law Office of Barry W. Kaufman

That's really a question your employer needs to ask its lawyer, because the garnishment order is directed to it, not you. i don't see how a garnishment order issued in Indiana can be valid in Florida, unless its past due child support or alimony.

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Answered on 7/19/16, 11:52 am
Philip Duvalsaint Philip A. Duvalsaint, PLLC

Prior to your employer being served with the writ, you should have been served with a copy and an opportunity to object to the garnishment. You should also consult with an attorney to review the status of this case and determine an appropriate action.

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Answered on 7/19/16, 1:17 pm
Lucreita Becude Lucreita D. Becude, P.A.

This is probably a sham. You need to have an attorney review and search the court records to see if a judgment was ever issued. It may be for someone else. If you don't clear it up now it will follow you wherever you go.

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Answered on 7/19/16, 1:45 pm


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