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The Contra Costa California Memorandum of Garnishee, also known as AT-167, is a legal document that outlines the process of wage garnishment in Contra Costa County, California. It serves as a communication tool between a judgment creditor and a garnishee (typically an employer) regarding the amount of money owed by the debtor. In this memorandum, specific details related to the garnishment order are provided, including the case number, court name, and the parties involved. The memorandum acts as a notice to the garnishee, ensuring that they are aware of their legal responsibilities regarding withholding and remitting the debtor's wages. Keywords: Contra Costa California, Memorandum of Garnishee, AT-167, wage garnishment, judgment creditor, garnishee, debtor, legal responsibilities, withholding, remitting. Different Types of Contra Costa California Memorandum of Garnishee — same as AT-167: 1. Regular Wage Garnishment: This type of memorandum is used when a judgment creditor seeks to collect a certain portion of the debtor's wages on a consistent basis until the debt is satisfied. 2. Lump Sum Garnishment: In cases where the judgment creditor and the debtor reach an agreement for a one-time payment, a Lump Sum Garnishment memorandum is used. It specifies the agreed-upon amount to be deducted from the debtor's wages. 3. Installment Garnishment: When the judgment creditor allows the debtor to settle the debt through installment payments, an Installment Garnishment memorandum is used. It outlines the periodic deductions to be made from the debtor's wages until the debt is fully paid. 4. Multiple Garnishments: In situations where there are multiple creditors seeking to garnish the debtor's wages, a Multiple Garnishments memorandum is used. It provides instructions on how the garnishee should prioritize and distribute the available funds among the different creditors. 5. Release of Garnishment: If a judgment creditor or the debtor requests the termination of wage garnishment, a Release of Garnishment memorandum is filed. This document confirms that the debtor has satisfied the debt, and the garnishee is instructed to stop withholding wages. Keywords: Regular Wage Garnishment, Lump Sum Garnishment, Installment Garnishment, Multiple Garnishments, Release of Garnishment, memorandum, judgment creditor, debtor, wage garnishment, Contra Costa California, AT-167.
