27 April 2020 Illinois Governor prohibits garnishment and wage deduction orders during COVID-19 emergency Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzer issued Executive Order 2020-25 that, for the duration of the Illinois COVID-19 disaster declaration, suspends garnishment and wage deduction summons allowed under Sections 5/12-705, 5/12-805, and 5/2-1402 of the Illinois Code of Civil Procedure, 735 ILCS 5/12-705, 735 ILCS 5/12-805, and 735 ILCS 5/2-1402. The Executive Order notes that the suspension does not apply to domestic support obligations, including child support and spousal maintenance obligations. It is also notes that the Executive Order does not relieve a debtor of any liability for the amount owed. Illinois employers receiving new garnishment orders during the period of the Illinois COVID-19 disaster declaration will need to discuss the appropriate procedures with their legal advisors.
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