Check your pay stub for deductions labeled garnishment, wage attachment, levy, or withholding
Review any court orders, agency notices, or employer notices you received
Contact your payroll or HR department and ask for the garnishment details
Look up your case in the local court records using your name or case number
Search state child support enforcement or tax agency portals if the garnishment is for support or taxes
Contact the creditor or agency listed on the notice for account details
Review your bank statements for related levy or garnishment withdrawals
Use your state’s court website or public records portal to search civil judgments
If needed, request a copy of the garnishment order from the court clerk
Keep the case number, creditor name, and amount withheld for reference