Claim Of Exemption And Request For Hearing

CLAIM OF EXEMPTION AND REQUEST FOR HEARING. This form is used by a defendant in a civil case in St. Lucie County, Florida, to assert legal protection from wage or asset garnishment. The form allows the defendant to declare that their income or assets fall under specific categories that are exempt from garnishment under Florida law. These categories include, but are not limited to, head of family wages, Social Security benefits, public assistance, veterans’ benefits, retirement or pension funds, and disability income. The defendant must check the applicable exemptions and certify that the information is accurate under oath. By submitting this form, the defendant formally requests a court hearing to determine whether their claimed exemptions are valid. The form also requires the defendant to provide notice to the plaintiff, garnishee, or their attorneys, and it must be notarized or signed before a deputy clerk. www.FormsWorkflow.com