Wage Garnishment Laws Kansas

Summary

Kansas wage garnishment laws generally allow up to 25% of disposable earnings to be garnished. Some income types are exempt, and $1,000 in a bank account is protected. The statute of limitations for bad checks is 5 years, making a 25-year-old debt likely uncollectible unless a judgment was renewed. Consult a local attorney for specific advice.

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Was needing some advice on wage garnishment
Hello **** Kelly, wage garnishment laws can vary based on location. Could you please provide your state of residence so I can give you the most accurate legal information?
Kansas
Hello **** Kelly, In Kansas:
- The maximum garnishment amount is generally *% of disposable earnings.
- Some types of income, like Social Security benefits, are exempt.
- Kansas law also protects $*,* in a bank account.
For more details, consider consulting with a local attorney.
My question is can a collection agency garnish my wages on a 25 year old bad check
Hello **** Kelly, in Kansas, the statute of limitations for bad checks is generally 5 years. If the debt is 25 years old, it's likely uncollectible. However, if a judgment was obtained, it could potentially be renewed. Always consult with a local attorney for personalized advice.