French translation of garnishee is 
bref de saisie-arrêt

Meaning of "garnishee" in English

A "garnishee" refers to a legal term used primarily in the context of debt collection. When a creditor obtains a court order to garnish a debtor's wages or bank account, the entity holding the debtor's funds (such as an employer or bank) becomes the "garnishee." This entity is legally obligated to withhold a portion of the debtor’s earnings or assets to satisfy the debt as directed by the court. The garnishee plays a critical role in executing the garnishment process, ensuring that the creditor receives the owed amounts.

Meaning of "bref de saisie-arrêt" in French

A "bref de saisie-arrêt" is a legal document issued by a court in France, similar to a garnishment order in English-speaking countries. It directs a third party, typically an employer or bank, to seize and hold assets or earnings of a debtor until a debt is satisfied. The purpose is to ensure that a creditor receives payment from the debtor's available resources. This procedure is a common practice in French law for recovering outstanding debts and obliges the third party to comply fully with the court’s directives.

Pronunciation of "garnishee" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ˌɡɑːrnɪˈʃiː/.

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "garnishee" remains relatively consistent across different English-speaking regions, with slight variations in accent and intonation. However, the stress typically falls on the last syllable.

Pronunciation of "bref de saisie-arrêt" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /bʁɛ d(ə) sɛ.zj-ɑ.ʁɛ/.

Pronunciation Variations: In different French-speaking regions, variations may occur in accentuation and certain vowel sounds, though the pronunciation generally remains uniform. The Parisian accent might exhibit a slightly more nasal quality.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

1. The court issued a garnishee order against the debtor's bank account. (Le tribunal a émis un bref de saisie-arrêt contre le compte bancaire du débiteur.)

2. As a garnishee, the employer must withhold part of the salary. (En tant que bref de saisie-arrêt, l'employeur doit retenir une partie du salaire.)

3. The garnishee was notified to freeze the debtor's assets immediately. (Le bref de saisie-arrêt a été informé de geler immédiatement les actifs du débiteur.)

4. A garnishee can contest the garnishment if procedural issues arise. (Un bref de saisie-arrêt peut contester la saisie-arrêt en cas de problème de procédure.)

5. The lawyer explained how a garnishee order functions. (L'avocat a expliqué comment fonctionne un bref de saisie-arrêt.)

6. Failure of a garnishee to comply may lead to legal consequences. (Le non-respect d'un bref de saisie-arrêt peut entraîner des conséquences juridiques.)

7. The garnishee acknowledged receipt of the court's order. (Le bref de saisie-arrêt a accusé réception de l'ordre du tribunal.)

8. The creditor filed a garnishee action to recover the debt. (Le créancier a intenté une action en saisie-arrêt pour recouvrer la dette.)

9. Clarifying the role of a garnishee is essential in legal proceedings. (Clarifier le rôle d'un bref de saisie-arrêt est essentiel dans les procédures judiciaires.)

10. The garnishee needs to determine the exempt portion of the debtor's earnings. (Le bref de saisie-arrêt doit déterminer la partie exemptée des revenus du débiteur.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "garnishee" in English

Synonyms: garnish, attach, levy, seize, withhold.

Antonyms: release, reimburse, refund, repay.

Similar Words: debtor, creditor, attachment, lien.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "bref de saisie-arrêt" in French

Synonyms: saisie, saisie-arrêt, adjudication, exécution.

Antonyms: mainlevée, libération, restitution.

Similar Words: créancier, débiteur, ordonnance, réquisition.

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