Can CTC Payments be Garnished in My State?

The federal government Child Tax Credit (CTC) payments are subject to attachment by creditors unless protected by a state exemption.
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Updated: 2021-09-09
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What Is the 2021 Child Tax Credit (CTC) Payment, and How Do I Claim It?

Much has been written lately about the new monthly Child Tax Credit payments that many Americans parents started receiving on July 15, 2021.

These payments will last for one year only, unless it's made permanent, via other legislation.

This article discusses ways parents can use various state and federal laws to "exempt" payments from garnishment by creditors of various kinds, as the funds are deposited into their bank accounts. 

Select your state from the table below to find out more.

50 State Exemptions that May Apply to a CTC Payment Deposited Into a Bank Account

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Jurisdictional relevance: ST

There are versions of this article for each State.

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