Ssdi Garnishment Rules Indiana

Summary

Generally, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits cant be garnished by most creditors. Exceptions include federal agencies for debts like unpaid taxes or student loans, and obligations for child support and alimony. In Indiana, creditors can garnish a bank account, but if the only funds are from SSDI, they are generally protected. Creditors need a court order to garnish. For more specific advice, consider consulting a local legal aid service.

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Can my SSDI be garnished by creditors? Can they garnish my bank account if my only income is from my SSDI?
Hello ****! Generally, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can't be garnished by most creditors. However, there are exceptions:
- Federal agencies can garnish SSDI for certain debts like unpaid taxes or student loans.
- Child support and alimony obligations.
Could you specify your location for more accurate information?
Fort Wayne Indiana
Hello ****! In Indiana:
- Most creditors cannot garnish your SSDI benefits.
- Federal agencies can, for certain debts.
- Child support and alimony are exceptions too.
For more specific advice, consider consulting a local legal aid service.
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Can they garnish my bank account
Hello ****! In Indiana:
- Creditors can garnish a bank account.
- However, if the only funds in the account are from SSDI, they're generally protected.
- Creditors need a court order to garnish.
Consider consulting a local legal aid service for more personalized advice.
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