Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Indiana

Liens and Garnishes

Can a creditor put and lien on your home and then garnish your wages at the same time?


Asked on 12/05/02, 6:10 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

John Bator Bator Redman & Shive

Re: Liens and Garnishes

Yes. Under Indiana Law, a judgement becomes a lien against all real estate owned by the debtor if the judgement is entered or recorded in the county where the real estate is located and stays as alien until the debt is satisfied.

The creditor can also take action in proceedings supplemental to collect on the judgement including garnishment.

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Answered on 12/06/02, 2:45 pm


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