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Do you have to go to court for a garnishment after receiving a summons?

April 26, 2017Court garnishment summons

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Do you have to go to court for a garnishment after receiving a summons?

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If the defendant does not respond to a summons, the plaintiff will usually win the case by default. A judgment will be awarded, a judgment can then be executed pursuant to state law, one option is wage garnishment. The defendant/debtor does not have to attend court. If he/she wants to protect property or perhaps have a chance to appeal the ruling, it would be in their best interest to make an appearance or retain legal counsel.