<<Consumer Credit Protection Laws

The purpose of the Restrictions on Garnishment is to place limitations on how and when creditors are allowed to garnish a consumer’s wages. The law also restricts an employer from discharging an employee due to garnishment or indebtedness.

  • § 1671. Congressional findings and declaration of purpose
  • § 1672. Definitions
  • § 1673. Restriction on garnishment
  • § 1674. Restriction on discharge from employment by reason of garnishment
  • § 1675. Exemption for State-regulated garnishments
  • § 1676. Enforcement by Secretary of Labor
  • § 1677. Effect on State laws

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