> [!info] Personal working space > This is my personal working space. The final version of this page is at: > https://atharkhan.com/glossary/wage-garnishment/ A legal payroll deduction used to satisfy an obligation. Identify the debt before explaining the rules. ## Working notes Ordinary judgment collection generally runs through the sheriff. Child and spousal support use income withholding or earnings assignments, with different limits and priorities. A deduction may include ongoing support and an arrears payment. Compare [[Wage Withholding]] and [[Wage Assignment]]; the label alone does not identify the process. > [!warning] Calculation > Do not apply ordinary civil-debt withholding limits to support without checking the governing rule.