Judge: Mark H. Epstein, Case: 23SMCP00185, Date: 2023-12-13 Tentative Ruling

Case Number: 23SMCP00185    Hearing Date: January 31, 2024    Dept: I

On December 13, 2023, the court continued this matter to allow defendant to explain the exemption because the math did not seem to support the papers.  However, the court is not aware that anything has been filed.  The court must therefore rule in Zions Bank’s favor.  The bank had previously indicated that it would accept garnishment of $800/month.  Accordingly, the claim of exemption is DENIED, but the garnishment is limited to $800/month.  Plaintiff to prepare the order and submit it within 10 court days.  Plaintiff should send the proposed order to defendant within 5 court days and file a declaration stating either that the defense has approved it as to form or that defendant has made no comment or that defendant opposes the order as to form.  If defendant opposes the order, defendant should submit the reasons why.