Wage Garnishment in West Virginia
How much of your paycheck can be garnished in West Virginia and how to claim an exemption.
Short answer: A suggestee execution (wage garnishment) may take no more than 20% of weekly wages after taxes, and may not reduce the debtor's weekly pay below 50 times the federal minimum hourly wage. W. Va. Code 38-5A-3(a)
| Wage garnishment limit | A suggestee execution (wage garnishment) may take no more than 20% of weekly wages after taxes, and may not reduce the debtor's weekly pay below 50 times the federal minimum hourly wage. This is more protective than the federal 25% limit. Source: W. Va. Code 38-5A-3(a) |
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FAQ
How much of my wages can be garnished in West Virginia?
A suggestee execution (wage garnishment) may take no more than 20% of weekly wages after taxes, and may not reduce the debtor's weekly pay below 50 times the federal minimum hourly wage. This is more protective than the federal 25% limit.
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.