This is a legal form that was released by the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office - Lake County, Illinois - a government authority operating within Illinois. The form may be used strictly within Lake County. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is Form 171-149A Wage Deduction Summons?
A: Form 171-149A Wage Deduction Summons is a legal document used in Lake County, Illinois to enforce wage deductions for the payment of debts.
Q: Who can issue a Wage Deduction Summons in Lake County, Illinois?
A: A creditor or their attorney can issue a Wage Deduction Summons in Lake County, Illinois.
Q: What is the purpose of a Wage Deduction Summons?
A: The purpose of a Wage Deduction Summons is to collect money owed to a creditor by deducting wages directly from the debtor's paycheck.
Q: How does a Wage Deduction Summons work?
A: Once a Wage Deduction Summons is issued, it is served to the debtor's employer who is then required to withhold a portion of the debtor's wages and send them to the creditor.
Q: What are the requirements to issue a Wage Deduction Summons?
A: To issue a Wage Deduction Summons, the creditor must have an unpaid judgment, a certified copy of the judgment, and a completed Form 171-149A.
Q: What should a debtor do if they receive a Wage Deduction Summons?
A: If a debtor receives a Wage Deduction Summons, they should seek legal advice and may have the option to object to the wage deduction.
Form Details:
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