Can my money in the debit card account be attached or garnished by creditors?
Social Security benefit payments are generally protected from attachment or garnishment under federal law. This means that your creditors do not have the right to have these funds taken out of your account. There are a few exceptions, however. For example, funds in your account can be taken to satisfy child support or alimony obligations you owe. Supplemental Security Income benefits are not subject to garnishment of any kind. If you have questions about a creditor’s right to remove funds from your account, contact the Social Security Administration or your local legal services organization.
