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I owe back child support but do not work. Will they take my wifes tax refund even if I haven't worked?

Forum|Forum|6 years ago
March 6, 2020
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Yes, the refund from your joint tax return can be seized for your debts. However, a Form 8379 Injured Spouse Allocation can be filed to prevent your spouse's portion of the refund from being seized.

See this TurboTax support FAQ for a Form 8379 - https://ttlc.intuit.com/community/accessing/help/how-do-i-file-form-8379-injured-spouse-allocation/01/26228

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So once she files the 8379 will she be able to get what was taken from her back or will the irs still deem part of the return mine even though I did not work all year? I have not ever worked and am currently on ssi disabilty.