This document contains official instructions for Form DC-450 , Suggestion for Summons in Garnishment - a form released and collected by the Virginia District Court. An up-to-date fillable Form DC-450 is available for download through this link.
Q: What is Form DC-450?
A: Form DC-450 is a document used for suggesting a summons in garnishment in Virginia.
Q: How do I use Form DC-450?
A: To use Form DC-450, you need to provide information about the creditor, debtor, and the judgment being enforced.
Q: Who can file Form DC-450?
A: Form DC-450 can be filed by a creditor who wants to enforce a judgment by garnishing the debtor's wages or bank accounts.
Q: What information do I need to provide on Form DC-450?
A: You need to provide the creditor's information, the debtor's information, details about the judgment, and any exemptions that may apply.
Q: What happens after filing Form DC-450?
A: After filing Form DC-450, the court will issue a summons to the debtor and the garnishee, and a hearing will be scheduled.
Q: What is a garnishee?
A: A garnishee is a person or entity that owes money to the debtor, such as an employer or a bank.
Q: Can the debtor object to the garnishment?
A: Yes, the debtor has the right to object to the garnishment by filing an objection with the court.
Q: How long does the garnishment process take?
A: The length of the garnishment process can vary, but it generally takes several weeks to complete.
Q: Are there any exemptions from garnishment?
A: Yes, certain types of income and property may be exempt from garnishment, such as Social Security benefits and certain retirement accounts.
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