---
title: "Create a Garnishment"
slug: "create-a-garnishment"
description: "Create a wage garnishment on an employee record using the Garnishment Wizard — covers type, agency, amount, and start date."
updated: 2026-04-20T21:38:01Z
published: 2026-04-20T21:38:01Z
canonical: "docs.restaurant365.com/create-a-garnishment"
---

> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.restaurant365.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Create a Garnishment

In Beta

This feature is in beta for select customers. Contact your CSM for more information.

A garnishment deducts wages from an employee’s pay to satisfy a legal order, such as child support, a tax levy, or a creditor judgment.

Use the [**Garnishment Wizard**](/doc/docs/garnishment-wizard#add-new-garnishment-wizard) in the employee record to create and manage garnishments.

All garnishment setup is completed manually in the Garnishment Wizard. Payment imports may be available only in limited cases.

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## Security

Users must have the following permission to create a garnishment:

- Labor → Employees → Payroll → Deductions → Edit Deductions

These permissions can be added to [custom user roles](https://restaurant365.us.document360.io/doc/docs/custom-user-roles) or [individual users](https://restaurant365.us.document360.io/doc/docs/users-overview-and-security). The [Permission Access report](https://restaurant365.us.document360.io/doc/docs/generating-a-permissions-access-report) can be used to determine which user roles or users already have these permissions assigned. For more information, see [User Setup and Security](/doc/docs/user-setup-security-and-location-access).

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## Create a Garnishment

Before creating a garnishment, ensure the following are available:

- The employee record open and ready to edit
- Payroll deduction edit permissions enabled
- Court or agency order details available for reference during setup

### Phase 1: Select Employee and Garnishment (Steps 1-6)

*Click steps to expand for additional information and images.*

****1)** Navigate to the [Payroll tab](/doc/docs/employee-records-payroll-tab) of the employee’s record.**

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-37HC7W6P.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****2)** Scroll to the **Benefit & Deductions** section.**

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-DLXMR8BF.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****3)** Select **Add Deduction**.**

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-Z8SYN54S.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****4)** Select a legal entity.**

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-KE2J28W7.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****5)** Select a **Garnishment**.**

Expand **Wage Garnishment and Legal Orders** to view available garnishment options.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-VTND7VKC.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-0IHHEYRW.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****6)** Select **Next**.**

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JKRHKO2Y.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

### Phase 2: Enter Order Information (Steps 7-13)

****7)** Review **garnishment details**.**

The selected deduction code and legal entity auto-fill from the previous step.

- Verify the correct deduction code.
- Enter a description, if needed.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-69YVS8TL.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****8)** Enter a date for the ‘**Date of Receipt**.’**

The [**Date of Receipt**](/doc/docs/garnishment-overview#date-of-receipt) determines garnishment priority when:

- Multiple orders of the same type exist
- A federal tax levy is involved

This date reflects when the employer receives the garnishment order.

Child support orders are not affected by the receipt date.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JRFOHJT0.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****9)** Enter **Agency Details**.**

Enter the agency information provided in the court or agency order.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-4UD4MOGZ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

> [!WARNING]
> If the agency is located in Texas, the **Cause Number** field appears.

****10)** Enter the **Issuing Court Details.****

After selecting the agency state, the system auto-fills the issuing state.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-QEIHVW8Y.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****11)** Enter an **ID number** for the order.**

Enter at least one of the following:

- Case ID
- Order ID
- Remittance Number

At least one ID number is required.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-M5VY31CZ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****12) Upload a copy** of the garnishment order.**

Attachments must be in JPG, GIF, PDF, or PNG format and no larger than 5 MB.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-979YZUCX.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****13)** Select **Next**.**

If Next is unavailable, review the previous step for required fields and complete missing values.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-YQR5JLBY.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

### Phase 3: Configure Deduction Rules (Steps 14-23)

****14)** Select an **Amount Type**.**

Available options include:

- Flat $ Amount
- % of Disposable Earnings

Disposable earnings are the employee’s wages after legally required deductions.![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-1773760051362.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****15)** Enter an **Amount**.**

The field label changes based on the selected amount type:

- If **Flat $ Amount** is selected, enter the Deduction Amount.
- If **% of Disposable Earnings** is selected, enter the percentage of disposable earnings.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-J134FH99.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****16)** Check if the order includes **dependents**, **arrears**, or **cash medical support**. (*Optional*)**

Select the applicable options if they are listed in the garnishment order.![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-2FUL7PIP.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****17)** Enter a **limit type** (*optional*).**

Only enter a limit if the garnishment order specifies one (for example, $500 maximum per month).

Federal limits for all garnishment types and state limits for child support are built into the system and do not require manual entry.

Available limit types include:

- Flat $ amount monthly limit
- Flat $ amount each payroll payment limit
- Maximum % of disposable earnings

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-U1RO1D7M.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****18)** Enter a **limit value** (*optional*).**

The limit value field updates based on the selected limit type. Depending on the limit type, enter either a dollar amount or a percentage.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-JV1PUMLS.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****19)** Select **Next**.**

If Next is unavailable, review the previous step(s) for required fields and complete missing values.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-TVV1GD5P.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****20)** Select an effective start date.**

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-GOIVAJPW.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****21)** Select the **deduction end type.****

Select the **deduction end type**. This setting determines how long the garnishment remains active.

- **When total amount is paid** — Use when the order specifies a total dollar amount to be collected. The garnishment stops automatically when that amount is reached.
- **Set effective end date** — Use when the order includes a specific end date. Enter the date in the field that appears.
- **Ongoing until manually updated** — Use when the order has no defined end date or total. The garnishment remains active until manually ended.

If no end date or total is provided in the order, select **Ongoing until manually updated**.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-5ETBW1TF.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****22)** Select **Next**.**

If Next is unavailable, review the previous step(s) for required fields and complete missing values.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-BJBBORFJ.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

### Phase 4: Finalize and Verify (Steps 23-24)

****23)** Indicate if the employee has received **written notice of garnishment**. *(Optional)***

If selected:

- Enter the Date of Notification.
- Upload supporting documentation, if available.

> [!NOTE]
> These fields are not required. They provide a record of when the employee was notified.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-6IBYWRH8.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

If not selected, additional fields do not appear.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-7AJLEKSP.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

****24)** Select **Add Garnishment**.**

The wizard closes and the garnishment record appears in the **Benefit & Deductions** table with a status of **Active**.

Confirm the new row displays the correct deduction type, start date, and deduction amount before leaving the employee record.

![](https://cdn.us.document360.io/5c9d1111-0c69-4e96-8910-d7f2750fdc9d/Images/Documentation/image-5BEYDESP.png?sv=2026-02-06&spr=https&st=2026-11-09T17%3A13%3A34Z&se=2026-11-09T18%3A13%3A34Z&sr=c&sp=r&sig=wlWYSDEoVFvxX0lJc8TrOcHI88D6QAHP%2BWmP9LWCrSA%3D)

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### FAQ

#### The order has an earlier effective date than when we received it. Which date should I enter?

Enter **Date of Receipt** as the date the employer actually received the order. It can be later than the effective start date in the order.

#### I only have one identifier from the order. Can I still continue?

Yes. You can continue as long as you enter at least one ID value: **Case ID, Order ID,** or **Remittance Number.**

#### Should I enter custom limits for every garnishment to be safe?

No. Enter a limit only when the garnishment order explicitly provides one.

Federal limits (all garnishments) and state limits for child support are already built into the system.

#### If I am unsure whether to mark Written Notice of Garnishment, what is the safe default?

Leave it unselected unless you have confirmed written notice details.

Those fields are optional and used to document notification date and supporting records when available.

An organization or company configured in R365 that represents a distinct legal and tax-reporting unit. Legal entities contain one or more locations and define how financial and operational activity is grouped, reported, and filed.