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Garnished wages after bankruptcy

If personal bankruptcy is declared by someone who is self-employed, would wages be garnished should that person then become gainfully employed?

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A licensed trustee said...

No, once you go bankrupt, your wages cannot be garnisheed for debts that existed prior to your bankruptcy (unless it’s for a non-dischargeable debt, like child support).