Establishing secure connection…Loading editor…Preparing document…

Continuing Garnishee's Answer Affidavit

This template is fully customizable. Edit the text, fill out the fields, and send it for signature. Give it a try!

Garnishment for Collection of Child Support

In the District Court of County

State of Oklahoma

Case No.

)

)

)

Plaintiff

vs.

Defendant, and

)

)

Garnishee

Summons

Garnishment for Collection of Child Support

The State of Oklahoma, to said Garnishee:

You are hereby summoned pursuant to the attached affidavit as garnishee of the judgment debtor, and required with ten (10) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, or if you are indebted for wages or earnings to answer from seven (7) days after the end of judgment debtor's pay period or thirty (30) days from the date of service of this summons upon you, whichever is earlier, to answer according to law whether you are indebted to, or have in your possession or under your control, any property belonging to such judgment debtor, and to file your answer with the clerk of this court, and at the time you file your answer, to deliver or mail a copy of your answer to the judgment creditor or judgment creditor's attorney of record and to the judgment debtor unless the judgment debtor is otherwise given notice which may consist of a notation on the judgment debtor's statement of earnings for salary or wages. If the garnishee is indebted to or holds property, salary or wages belonging to the judgment debtor, the garnishee immediately shall mail by first-class mail a copy of the notice of garnishment and exemptions, and the application for hearing to the judgment debtor at the last-known address of the judgment debtor shown on the records of the garnishee at the time the garnishment summons was served on the garnishee. If more than one address is shown on the records of the garnishee at the time of service of the summons, the garnishee shall discharge his duty by mailing to any one of the addresses shown on its records. In lieu of mailing, the garnishee may hand deliver a copy of the notice of garnishment and exemptions, and the application for hearing to the judgment debtor.

You are further ordered to withhold any such property or indebtedness belonging to such judgment debtor and to pay the same to the judgment creditor or attorney for the judgment creditor, unless otherwise ordered by the court, when you file your answer with the clerk. (Note to whom payment was made on your answer). The maximum part of the aggregate disposable earnings of any person for any work week which is subject to garnishment or income assignment for the support of a minor child shall not exceed:

  1. Fifty percent (50%) of such person's disposable earnings for that week. If such person is supporting his spouse or a dependant child other than the child with respect to whose support order is used, and,
  2. Sixty percent (60%) of such person's disposable earnings for that week if such person is not supporting a spouse or dependent child.

The fifty percent (50%) specified above in 1. shall be deemed to be fifty-five percent (55%) and the sixty percent (60%) specified above in 2. shall be deemed to be sixty-five percent (65%), if and to the extent that such earnings are subject to garnishment or income assignment to enforce a support order with respect to a period which is prior to the twelve-week period which ends with the beginning of such work week. The amount withheld may not exceed the amount by which the disposable earnings for the week exceed thirty times the federal minimum hourly wage prescribed by Section 6(a)(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, U.S.C. Title 29, Section 206(a)(1) as amended or the equivalent for pay periods other than a week. You are hereby directed to pay to the judgment creditor, or attorney for judgment creditor, unless otherwise ordered by the court, the amounts stated on this answer, when you file your answer with the clerk. (Note to whom payment was made on your answer). If you answer that you are indebted for property other than money, hold all such indebtedness until further order to this Court; and in case of your failure to do so you will be liable to further proceedings according to law; and judgment shall be rendered against you in the amount of the judgment rendered against the principal judgment debtor but not exceeding $ together with costs in the principal action and costs of the garnishment proceedings. If you hold earnings, the amount of the garnishment subject to 55% or 65% is $ and the amount of support subject to garnishment for less than 12 weeks is $ at percent (%). If the above percentage/amounts are not specified, this garnishment shall be considered a 50% maximum amount.

Issued this and shall be returned with proof of service within ten (10) days of this date.

Court Clerk

By: Deputy

Officer's Return

Received this writ on the , at o'clock by

Judgment Creditor

Attorney

OBA #

Address

Phone

Dated this

Sheriff

Deputy

AOC Form 22a
Revised 8/05

Enter text

What the Continuing Garnishee's Answer Affidavit Is

A Continuing Garnishee's Answer Affidavit is a sworn statement filed by a garnishee (often a bank or employer) that describes ongoing possession or control of funds or property belonging to a judgment debtor after a writ of garnishment or similar court order. The affidavit updates the court and parties about account balances, payments withheld, and whether funds remain subject to the judgment. It creates a continuing record used to calculate amounts due, assert exemptions, and support subsequent distributions or releases under the court's direction.

Why this affidavit matters in garnishment proceedings

The affidavit preserves a formal, court-verifiable record of funds held by the garnishee and documents changes over time. It helps the court enforce judgments accurately, protects the garnishee from liability for releasing or withholding funds incorrectly, and allows creditors and debtors to confirm amounts subject to satisfaction.

Why this affidavit matters in garnishment proceedings

Who typically completes and relies on this affidavit

Accurate, timely filing supports compliance and can reduce disputes or liability for all parties involved in the enforcement process.

  • Judgment creditors and their attorneys who need proof of available funds and ongoing collection status.
  • Garnishees such as banks, payroll departments, and custodians who must report balances and amounts withheld.
  • Judgment debtors or their counsel who monitor asset freezes, claim exemptions, or dispute reported amounts.

Step-by-step: completing and filing the affidavit

Follow this sequence to complete the affidavit accurately and meet filing requirements.

  • 01
    Gather documents: Collect writ, judgment, current account statements, and identity documents.
  • 02
    Complete fields: Enter case, parties, account details, and amounts using MM/DD/YYYY date format.
  • 03
    Sign and notarize: Have the authorized officer sign and obtain notarization or witnesses if required.
  • 04
    File and serve: File with the clerk and serve copies to creditor, debtor, and counsel per court rules.

Recommended electronic workflow settings

Configure an e-filing workflow that preserves audit logs, enforces required fields, and supports notarization or two-factor signer verification.

Field Configuration
Required Fields Make case number and signature mandatory
Signer Authentication Use email + SMS or ID verification for key signers
Audit Trail Enable timestamps, IP capture, and download logs
Notary Integration Enable RON or in-person notary workflow if the jurisdiction allows

How e-submission and reporting typically proceed

This sequence shows a typical digital path from completion to court filing and party notification.

  • Prepare affidavit: Draft in PDF or DOCX and populate required fields
  • Authorize signer: Assign the authorized representative and set authentication
  • Apply signature: Signer completes signature and notarization if needed
  • File and serve: Upload to court e-filing system and serve parties per rules

Core sections every professional affidavit should include

A well-prepared Continuing Garnishee's Answer Affidavit organizes facts clearly and supports court review and enforcement.

Caption and Case Identification

Full court caption with docket number, judge or division if required, and case title matching the original judgment to ensure the affidavit attaches to the correct proceeding.

Garnishee Declaration

A concise declaration identifying the garnishee, the person completing the affidavit, their authority, and a statement confirming possession or control of the specified assets or accounts.

Itemized Account Statement

An itemized list of accounts or property, including account numbers, balances as of a particular date, amounts already withheld, and any non-garnishable funds or holds.

Exemptions and Attachments

Clear disclosure of claimed exemptions or third-party claims, plus supporting attachments such as subpoenas, statements, or exemption affidavits that affect garnishment eligibility.

Ongoing Reporting Language

A statement that the affidavit is continuing in nature, with instructions for providing supplemental affidavits if balances change or additional sums are collected.

Verification and Notary Block

A jurat or verification with signature block, printed name, title, date, and notary acknowledgement or remote notarization compliance per state requirements.

Essential data points and accuracy checks

Case Number: Exact docket match
Party Names: Legal names only
Account Numbers: Complete digits listed
Balance Date: Include MM/DD/YYYY
Authorized Signer: Name and title provided
Notary Details: Jurat or RON confirmation

Common preparation pitfalls to avoid

  • Using abbreviated or informal names that don’t match the judgment can cause the clerk to reject the affidavit or misapply funds.
  • Failing to notarize or to follow state RON rules can render the affidavit noncompliant and subject to challenge by the debtor or court.
  • Listing stale balances without a precise 'as of' date can create disputes about the correct amount subject to distribution.
  • Omitting contact information for the garnishee prevents follow-up verification and may lead the court to require supplemental filings.

Consequences of inaccurate or late affidavits

Court Sanctions: Possible
Liability for Wrongful Release: Potential
Delay in Collections: Likely
Request for Supplemental Filing: Common
Trust Account Audits: Possible
Increased Legal Costs: Probable

Timing: filing windows and service expectations

Different courts set specific deadlines for filing the continuing affidavit and serving parties; follow local rules to avoid default or delay.

Initial Response Deadline:

Often 10–30 days after writ served

Supplemental Filings:

File promptly upon material balance changes

Service Requirements:

Serve creditor and debtor per local rule

Court Calendar Dates:

Comply with hearing or return dates

Record Retention Start:

Effective when affidavit is filed

Key milestones from writ to resolution

Track these numbered stages when managing a garnishment until the judgment is satisfied or funds are released.

01

Writ Issuance

Court issues writ directing garnishee to hold funds.

02

Service on Garnishee

Garnishee receives writ and must respond within local deadline.

03

Continuing Affidavit

Garnishee files ongoing account status and amounts withheld.

04

Distribution or Release

Court orders distribution to creditor or release to debtor.

Comparing eSignature vendors for affidavit workflows

Key pricing and capability differences for e-signature platforms used to execute and deliver legal affidavits; signNow is listed first for comparison.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial Yes, 7-day trial No No Yes, limited Yes, limited
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Delivery and platform considerations for electronic filing

Choose a workflow that secures the record, preserves an audit trail, and aligns with the court's e-filing and notarization policies.

  • File Formats: PDF/A and DOCX commonly accepted
  • Integrations: Integrates with case management and cloud storage
  • Authentication: Email, SMS, or credential-based verification

Practical examples of e-signature use in legal workflows

These real-world examples describe how organizations used electronic signing to streamline legal and collection documents.

Optica Ventures — Operational simplicity

The team centralized legal documents and signatures for external partners to reduce turnaround time.

  • The interface is simple and easy-to-use.
  • Brian Fitzgibbons, COO, said the platform is easy for both staff and customers while improving workflow consistency and speed.

Tech Data — Internal and external efficiency

IT and legal coordinated to automate signature collection for transactional documents.

  • Integrations with back-office systems reduced manual steps.
  • Bob Dutkowsky, CEO, noted improved customer service and faster revenue recognition after adopting an e-signature workflow.

Practical tips for accurate and efficient affidavits

Adopt these practices to reduce errors, preserve legal standing, and streamline court acceptance.

Validate names and numbers
Confirm party names, case numbers, and account digits against court and bank records before filing.
Use precise dates
Include clear 'as of' dates for balances and use MM/DD/YYYY format for consistency.
Preserve the audit trail
Keep timestamps, authentication records, and any RON video or logs to support the affidavit if challenged.
Coordinate service
Serve all required parties per local rules and retain proof of service for the court file.

Frequently asked questions about the affidavit

Answers to common questions about execution, electronic signatures, notarization, and filing for Continuing Garnishee's Answer Affidavits.


Need help? Contact support

be ready to get more
Join over 28 million airSlate SignNow users