Question: I’m currently paying child support to the state of Michigan through wage garnishment for two children ages 19 and 31. I recently went to see how much I had left to pay and even though I knew I was paying arrears on the 31 year old, I did manage to pay off the money I owed on the 19 year old. Both are separate but they continue to take money out of my check for the 19 year old even though I’m at $0 balance! I have taken full responsibility for my obligation but I can’t catch a break and its affecting my ability to care for my two children that live with me. What can I do?

The Judge’s Answer: You need to return to the court where the order was entered and request that the garnishment be stopped.