Legal Question in Tax Law in Virginia

Tax law if married a man who owes taxes

I want to marry a man who owes back taxes.i am not sure if i do, will i be held for his back tax debt to i irs since i married him?

if you has outstanding debts, will i have to pay any of that either?


Asked on 11/27/04, 7:45 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Ronald Cappuccio Ronald J. Cappuccio, J.D., LL.M.(Tax)

Re: Tax law if married a man who owes taxes

You will not be liable for the taxes owed by your future husband. Nevertheless, when you get married, if you file a Joint Income Tax Return, the IRS may keep any potential refund that you would otherwise have coming to you. This can be disputed, but takes time and effort. I suggest that you and your fiancee consult a tax attorney prior to your marriage. If you have further tax questions, see my web site at http://www.taxesq.com

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Answered on 11/27/04, 8:03 pm


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