Social Security Garnishment Rules

Summary

Social Security benefits in Maryland are mostly exempt from garnishment, but exceptions exist for federal tax debts, child support, alimony, and defaulted federal student loans. Even with direct deposit, these exceptions apply. If you have specific concerns, consider consulting a local attorney for personalized advice.

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Can my social security check be garnished
In Maryland, most Social Security benefits are exempt from garnishment. However, exceptions include:
- Federal tax debts
- Child support or alimony
- Certain federal student loans
Would you like more information on exceptions or have any specific concerns about garnishment?
Yes
In Maryland, Social Security benefits can be garnished for specific debts. Here's more information:
- Federal Tax Debts: The IRS can garnish up to *% of your monthly benefits.
- Child Support/Alimony: Up to *% may be garnished for unpaid child support or alimony.
- Federal Student Loans: The government can garnish benefits for defaulted loans.
If you have any specific concerns, feel free to ask!
Can your social security benefits be garnished uner derect deposit
In Maryland, Social Security benefits deposited via direct deposit are typically protected from creditors. However, exceptions include:
- Federal tax debts
- Child support or alimony
- Defaulted federal student loans
These can be garnished even if benefits are directly deposited. Do you have any specific concerns related to these exceptions?