Legal Question in Credit and Debt Law in New Jersey
How long does a collection agency have to in terms of years to legally freeze your account or garnish your pay?
Asked on 11/09/09, 1:36 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
John Corbett
Corbett Law Firm LLC
A judgment is good for twenty years from the date of entry. It can be extended if application is made to the court before it expires. During that time, a person who has a right to collect on it can take any lawful collection action.
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Answered on 11/15/09, 4:39 pm
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