An Illinois Wage Deduction Order (sometimes referred to as a “garnishment”) is a court order that requires an employer to withhold a certain amount of money from an employee’s paycheck and send it to a creditor. This type of order is typically used for the collection of delinquent debts such as credit card bills, medical bills, student loans, or other consumer debts. The employer must comply with the order and cannot refuse to withhold the amount specified. There are three main types of Illinois Wage Deduction Orders: (1) Child Support; (2) Alimony; and (3) Judgments. A Child Support Wage Deduction Order directs employers to withhold a specified amount of money from an employee’s payroll check and send it to the designated individual responsible for the child’s support. An Alimony Wage Deduction Order requires employers to withhold a certain amount of money from an employee’s paycheck and send it to the designated individual responsible for the alimony payments. Lastly, a Judgment Wage Deduction Order directs employers to withhold a certain amount of money from an employee’s paycheck and send it to the creditor or other individual designated by the court.