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HopeS
HopeS
February 6, 2023

It depends.  Texas is one of a handful of states that still recognizes common law marriages.  Therefore, if you meet the statute of a common law marriage, then, yes, you may file a return as Married Filing Joint.  

Remember, though, that this does make you married in Texas, which also puts you under the Community Property Laws.

 

Here is a useful link for additional information. Please review each website listed:

 

Texas Common Law Marriages

 

@dougwallace1964 

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