Bank Account Levy Process

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In Pennsylvania, joint accounts are generally not exempt from garnishment. However, you can challenge the levy by filing a claim of exemption or a motion to vacate the judgment. Its advisable to consult with a local attorney to guide you through this process.

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A debt collection attorney place a levy on my bank account. Pennsylvania. It was a judgement against my wife. This was a joint account and should have been exempt. I am trying to understand the process to get that money "unfrozen" and back into my account
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In Pennsylvania, joint accounts are generally not exempt from garnishment. However, you can challenge the levy by filing a claim of exemption or a motion to vacate the judgment. It's advisable to consult with a local attorney to guide you through this process.