QUESTION
Can the employer reduce the non exempt employee’s wage below minimum if he agrees to recoup the over-payment?
Asked on Jan 23rd, 2014 on Labor and Employment - Idaho
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If a non exempt hourly employee has been overpaid PTO hours, and has agreed in writing to repay through payroll deduction, can payroll reduce wages below minimum wage when recouping the over-payment?
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I know of no circumstances when a person may lawfully work for less than minimum wage.
Answered on Jan 27th, 2014 at 8:49 AM
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You are not being paid below minimum wage, you are repaying a debt.
Answered on Jan 27th, 2014 at 8:41 AM