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OPM Optional Form 311 Application for Federal Employee Commercial Garnishment
What Is OPM Optional Form 311?
This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management on March 1, 1997 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
FAQ
Q: What is OPM Optional Form 311?A: OPM Optional Form 311 is an application for federal employee commercial garnishment.
Q: Who uses OPM Optional Form 311?A: Federal employees use OPM Optional Form 311.
Q: What is the purpose of OPM Optional Form 311?A: The purpose of OPM Optional Form 311 is to apply for commercial garnishment of a federal employee's wages.
Q: What is commercial garnishment?A: Commercial garnishment is when a portion of a federal employee's wages are withheld to pay off certain debts.
Q: Are federal employees required to fill out OPM Optional Form 311?A: Yes, federal employees who wish to have their wages subject to commercial garnishment are required to fill out OPM Optional Form 311.
Q: Are there any fees associated with submitting OPM Optional Form 311?A: No, there are no fees associated with submitting OPM Optional Form 311.
Q: What information is required on OPM Optional Form 311?A: OPM Optional Form 311 requires the federal employee's personal information, the creditor's information, and details about the debt being garnished.
Q: How long does it take for a commercial garnishment to take effect?A: The timeframe for a commercial garnishment to take effect can vary, but it generally takes a few weeks to process and implement.
Q: Are there any limitations on the amount of wages that can be garnished?A: Yes, federal law limits the amount of wages that can be garnished based on the employee's disposable earnings and the type of debt being garnished.
Form Details:
- Released on March 1, 1997;
- The latest available edition released by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management;
- Easy to use and ready to print;
- Yours to fill out and keep for your records;
- Compatible with most PDF-viewing applications;
- Fill out the form in our online filing application.
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