The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act of 2003 (SCRA) gives you and your family many financial protections. Among other things, the SCRA provides that the interest rate on pre-service financial obligations may not exceed 6% during military service, protects you against repossession of a car  if you entered an installment sales contract or lease before you entered military service, and gives you the option of terminating a vehicle lease early after you enter military service. 

However, you must take certain actions, such as giving your creditors written notice and a copy of your military orders calling you to active duty, in order to take advantage of these protections. The SCRA also provides protections for some obligations of military dependents. State laws can also protect you. Consult your local JAG office for more information. To find your JAG Legal Assistance Office use the locator.