Legal Question in Family Law in Nevada

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I have a money judgement against my ex for $4k that was awarded to me from a family court judge (divorce). This is in regards to unpaid debt in my name. My ex was suppose to pay $50 per pay check through wage assignment for the past 19 months but has not done so. Is there a way that I can enforce the judgement and have her wages garnished without having to go back to court again? The judgment was already awarded and we both have a signed copy of the order from the judge. I understand that she might be in contempt for not abiding by the order, but I just want my money. Would the DA enforce it or how should I approach this? Also, if she moves to another state, how would I enforce the garnishment there (TX) since the order was rendered by a NV judge? Is there a jurisdictional issue? Thanks in advance


Asked on 7/13/07, 9:13 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Adam Breeden Breeden & Herbe, Ltd.

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There is no jurisdictional issue, although you may have to officially certify the judgment in Texas as a foreign judgment.

It sounds like you have the order for wage assignment but never had the Las Vegas constable or her employer set it up. These things aren't self-operating. I would go to her employer's HR dept., tell them you have a wage assignment and ask them to set it up.

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Answered on 7/13/07, 12:34 pm


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