Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Maryland
garnishment
If husband get a judgment, can they garnish a joint banking account in both the husband and wife's name?
Asked on 11/02/07, 1:40 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Daniel Press
Chung & Press, P.C.
Re: garnishment
In Maryland, a creditor cannot garnish a joint account of husband and wife for a judgment against one spouse only. The rule is different in other states.
Answered on 11/02/07, 2:19 pm