You file an objection by completing the form and filing it with the same court that signed the writ of garnishment.
Objection: for example, the funds or property are exempt (protected) from garnishment by law, because of bankruptcy proceedings, or the judgment has been paid.
Copies: make four copies of the completed objection form and file all four copies of your objection with the court in person or by first-class mail.
Filed within 14 days of the defendant being served: the garnishee shall continue to withhold funds but shall not release withheld funds until further order of the court.
Filed 14 days or more after the defendant was served: the garnishee shall continue to withhold and release funds unless otherwise ordered by the court.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Form MC 49 |
| Form Length | 1 page |
| Fillable? | Yes |
| Fillable fields | 43 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 8 min |
| Edition | 4/18 |
| Where to file | The same court that signed the writ of garnishment |
| Who signs | The defendant |
| Other names | MC 49, MC49, MC-49, Objections to Garnishment and Notice of Hearing, Michigan garnishment objection form |
| Official source | Form MC 49 (Rev 4/18), SCAO |
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