Judgement / Wage Garnishment

[Davedreadz]

What is the name of your state? Nevada

Hi there, looking for some advice.

I had a car repo'd in 2001. It was still new, book value was around 20k they auctioned it off for 11k.. sticking me with the difference. I was out of work and could'nt pay.

I received a letter in the mail today from the constable. Citing a judgment that had been passed against me in 2/04 (First I've heard of it.) for almost $10k. that was to be garnished from my wages.

Just when I'm getting back on my feet again. *sigh* However, I have not worked for the employer listed on the judgement in 6 years...and the SSN isn't even mine but the date on the letter is recent , 9/07 , and they have that creepy "Original" on the front in blue ink.

So my question is, worst case senario they get thier facts straight and find me. Is there any legal recourse I could take, hire an attorney and pay him instead ?
I'm not even sure which SOL has precedence, the written contract or the judgement ? My residence has been the same address in Nevada.

Any input would be helpful. Thanks

SOL State of Nevada - Written Contract 6 yrs. , Domestic Judgement 6 yrs.

[Chien]

I'm not even sure which SOL has precedence, the written contract or the judgement ?

The judgment controls now - 6 years and not renewable. They have to find you by 2/10. It should be easy, wih what data they should have in support of a deficiency balance. Somebody's not a rocket scientist.

I don't know what you could use an attorney for. Unless they also blew something procedurally about the sale and the judgment, there's no point in trying to start it over and nothing in the post to suggest there is a basis to vacate.

If they find you, you can try to negotiate a settlement at a lower figure, but you can do that on your own and, unless you're reluctant to try, there is no sense in thinking about an attorney for that either.