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Old 05-30-2008, 12:54 AM   #4 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by katz3645us View Post
can a lawyer working for credit card attach bank account & take income tax return? also can credit card put judgment on you & will it fall off after 7 yrs?
A judgment creditor can attach your bank account(s), wages, etc.

However, a judgment creditor cannot seize your federal income tax refund. Your tax refund cannot be taken unless the Treasury Department receives such a request from the IRS, the Department of Education, or a child support collection agency.

State income tax refunds may vary.

Some states allow pre-judgment garnishments.

If your federal income tax refund was seized, was it direct deposited into your bank account? If so, you may be able to have it released. Talk to a licensed attorney in your area.
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