Seizure
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Seizure is a means a creditor can use
to recover amounts owed to them.
Seizure – the role of the court bailiff
In the context of a seizure, the bailiff enforces court decisions and ensures the execution of claims. When the debtor does not voluntarily settle their debts, several types of seizures are available to the creditor.
Bank seizure – freezing of funds
Bank seizure, also known as garnishment, allows a creditor holding an enforceable title to freeze the funds available in the debtor’s bank accounts. This procedure is carried out quickly and efficiently. In fact, it is initiated without prior notice to prevent the debtor from withdrawing the funds. The bailiff then serves a notice to the bank, which must freeze the available funds up to the amount of the debt. The debtor is then given a period of time to contest the seizure or settle the debt.
Wage garnishment – direct deduction at the source
Wage garnishment, also known as salary seizure, involves directly deducting a portion of the debtor’s income from their employer. This procedure requires authorization from the justice of the peace and takes into account the debtor’s income and family situation to ensure that a minimum living allowance is preserved. Once notified by the bailiff, the employer carries out monthly deductions until the debt is fully repaid. This method ensures gradual reimbursement while protecting the debtor’s essential living needs.
Court-supervised sales – intervention on movable property
Court-supervised sales ensure the impartiality and legality of transactions resulting from a seizure. These sales are conducted under the supervision of a bailiff or judicial officer and are strictly governed by law. They guarantee a fair valuation of the assets and an equitable distribution of the sale proceeds among creditors. Additionally, such sales may also take place in the context of judicial liquidation or contested property division.
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