Legal Question in Bankruptcy in Maryland

How long does it take to lift a garnishment of my checking account after filling

My checking account has a hold on it because of unpaid debt. I filed bankruptcy 5/29/2004 but still have a hold on my account. I have made the first payment to my trustee, but I still don't have access to my account.


Asked on 6/29/04, 10:49 am

1 Answer from Attorneys

Daniel Press Chung & Press, P.C.

Re: How long does it take to lift a garnishment of my checking account after fil

Your lawyer should file a motion to have the account released. It is not a violation of the automatic stay to leave a pre-petion garnishment hold in place pending an order from the Court.

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Answered on 6/29/04, 2:55 pm


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