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Current as of January 02, 2025 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
Before starting garnishment, we provide you the opportunity—
(a) To inspect and copy our records related to the debt;
(b) To enter into a written repayment agreement with us to repay the debt under terms we consider acceptable;
(c) For a hearing in accordance with § 34.8 concerning—
(1) The existence, amount, or current enforceability of the debt;
(2) The rate at which the garnishment order will require your employer to withhold pay; and
(3) Whether you have been continuously employed less than 12 months after you were involuntarily separated from employment.
(Authority: 31 U.S.C. 3720D)
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Code of Federal Regulations Title 34. Education § 34.34.6 Rights in connection with garnishment - last updated January 02, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/cfr/title-34-education/cfr-sect-34-34-6/
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