Free Wage Garnishment Calculation Log PDF (Paycheck Tracker)
Track gross pay, net pay, and garnished amounts each paycheck to compare against legal limits with a downloadable PDF log.
Published February 22, 2025
When wages are being garnished, you need a quick way to see how much is taken each paycheck and whether it stays within limits. This log produces a clear PDF for HR, legal aid, or court hearings.
When to use this
- You suspect too much is being garnished from your paycheck.
- You need a clear record to discuss with HR or a legal aid attorney.
- You want proof for a court hearing or objection.
How to do it (fast)
- Open the Wage Garnishment Calculation Log tool and enter the employee, employer, and case info.
- Set the pay frequency and state, then add each paycheck with gross, net, and garnished amounts.
- Optionally add the statutory limit percentage and your calculated limit for each paycheck.
- Download the PDF log to share with HR, a legal aid attorney, or the court.
Why this helps
- Creates a single record that shows patterns over time instead of scattered stubs.
- Helps you compare garnished amounts against typical limits before escalating.
- Gives HR, judges, or lawyers an easy-to-read summary without exposing payroll portals.
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Not legal advice. Courts set their own rules. Keep your original records.
Try the tool to see totals and generate a printable log.
Open Wage Garnishment Calculation Log →Runs in your browser • No uploads • Download a clean PDF in minutes
What this log is
A quick worksheet to track each paycheck’s gross, net, and garnished amounts. Use it to compare against statutory or court limits and to explain deductions to HR, legal aid, or a judge.
How to use it in 5 minutes
- Enter the worker name, employer, case number, and garnishment type.
- Select the pay frequency and state, and add any statutory limit percentage you know.
- Add a row for each paycheck with gross, net, and garnished amounts plus notes.
- Review the automatic totals and effective percentage at the bottom of the tool.
- Download the PDF to bring to HR, legal aid, or a hearing.
Why this matters for garnishments
Garnishments can vary by state, type, and pay frequency. Keeping each paycheck documented helps you spot mistakes, ask HR questions, and provide a clear packet if you need to challenge deductions.
CourtPDF vs spreadsheets
| Feature | CourtPDF log | Spreadsheet / manual |
|---|---|---|
| Private in your browser | Yes | Depends on storage |
| Built-in totals and averages | Included | Manual formulas |
| One-click PDF download | Included | Requires export/formatting |
| Easy to hand to HR or court | Yes | Varies |
FAQ
- Does this calculate exact legal limits for my state?
- No. It is a worksheet to track paychecks and percentages. Legal limits vary by state and garnishment type; talk to HR or a lawyer.
- Is this legal advice?
- No. It is for recordkeeping only. Consult an attorney for legal advice.
- How often should I update the log?
- Update every paycheck so totals and averages stay accurate.
- Can employers use this?
- Yes. Employees and small employers can track paychecks, deductions, and garnish percentages for HR or court discussions.
- Is my data uploaded?
- No. The log runs in your browser and the PDF is generated locally.
Share it with HR or attach to a wage garnishment objection.