Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in Virginia
credit card debt
can a social security check be garnished?
Asked on 1/09/08, 7:09 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: credit card debt
Yes, apparently, social security payments are subject to limited garnishment for such items as unpaid federal taxes and delinquent student loans as well as back child support and alimony.
SSI(Supplemental Security Income) payments, however, appear to be completely exempt from any kind garnishment, attachment or other legal process.
Answered on 1/10/08, 6:56 am