I have judgment against me can I work contract labor without them garnishing my check?

You will have some risk by having income, unless the judgment is paid, expired or if you file bankruptcy to discharge the debt. Wages are a typical example of income, except that you are not likely to receive wages for contract labor that you describe in the inquiry. Any assets can be seized, if not exempt, such as an account receivable from contract labor.

If the judgment was over 5 years ago, the Plaintiff must have "re-newed" the judgment prior to its 5 year anniversary prior in order to garnish your wages. However, "contract labor" is not exempt from garnishment provided the judgment creditor Plaintiff: 1) re-newed the judgment by a filing with the Court where judgment was obtained, and 2) discovers where you are employed and sends a garnishment affidavit to your new employer. If you are receiving ANY collection calls or letters regarding this or other debts you may owe, please contact us at www.CollectionHelpdesk.com. We're an Oklahoma law firm that practices statewide.