Garnishment Summons {CC-1486}

CC-1486 - GARNISHMENT SUMMONS. This form is issued by a Virginia Circuit Court to enforce a judgment by seizing the assets or wages of a judgment debtor. The form is used when a judgment creditor (the party owed money) seeks to collect unpaid debts from the debtor’s wages, salary, bank accounts, or other assets through a garnishee (a third party, such as an employer or financial institution, that holds funds belonging to the debtor). The summons commands the garnishee to withhold funds from the debtor and either file a written answer, deliver payment to the court, or appear in court on a specified date. The document also outlines legal limitations on garnishments, including maximum percentages of disposable earnings that can be withheld, exemptions for certain wages, and special rules for debts like child support or taxes. If an employer is served, they must comply with the withholding rules and follow standard payroll procedures to remit payments. The Writ of Fieri Facias section authorizes law enforcement to seize intangible personal property if needed. The document includes instructions for service and return, ensuring proper notification to all parties involved. If the debtor attempts to avoid garnishment, the law prohibits transferring earnings to another person to evade collection. www.FormsWorkflow.com