What happens if the garnishee fails to file an answer?

If the garnishee fails to file an answer by the 45th day from the date of service, they still have an additional 15 days in which they can file an answer but they are required to pay court cost in order to open the default. If the garnishee fails to file an answer by the 60th day from the date of service, the plaintiff can request a judgment against the garnishee. The plaintiff can then take steps to collect the judgment from the garnishee.


Note that the Court will not enter a default judgment against a garnishee unless the Plaintiff has filed proof of service on Defendant and a proposed judgment.

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1. Are there different types of garnishment?
2. How do I file a garnishment?
3. How do I prove service?
4. How long does a garnishment last?
5. How long does the garnishee have to file an answer with the court?
6. What amount can I file a garnishment for?
7. What are the service (notice) requirements?
8. What forms do I need?
9. What happens if the garnishee fails to file an answer?
10. What is a traverse?
11. What properties are subject to a garnishment?