If someone gets married and does not change their name on their Social Security card, can they still claim single on their taxes? Will they get caught? I know someone that is planning on doing that and just want to make sure they wont get in any trouble. They live in New York State.
Asked on 10/25/10, 12:21 pm
1 Answer from Attorneys
Walter LeVine
Walter D. LeVine, Esq.
If they are legally married, there are only 2 legal ways to file, if they live together and are not separated: Married filing a joint return or married filing a separate return. They cannot usually file as a single, unmarried taxpayer, unless they meet the criteria for doing so.
Answered on 10/31/10, 7:17 pm
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