The bill amends several sections of the North Dakota Century Code related to garnishments, specifically addressing service fees, disclosure fees, and minimum judgment amounts. Notably, the fee for making and filing an affidavit of disclosure has been increased from twenty-five dollars to forty dollars in both Section 32-09.1-05 and Section 32-09.1-10. Additionally, the bill allows for an optional electronic method of service by the director of the office of management and budget, which does not require disclosure fees.

Furthermore, the bill modifies Section 32-09.1-16 to clarify that a judgment cannot be rendered against a garnishee if the judgment against the defendant is less than forty dollars, exclusive of costs, thereby discharging the garnishee. These changes aim to streamline the garnishment process and update the associated fees to reflect current standards.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 32-09.1-05, 32-09.1-10, 32-09.1-16
Enrollment: 32-09.1-05, 32-09.1-10, 32-09.1-16