Greetings. Sounds like you have a spouse that is irresponsible, no?
If he filed for the taxes prior to your marriage, then no, I would argue they are a separate debt and that you are not responsible for any portion of them.
Possibly. All tax debts accruing during the marriage are marital. I would suggest that you contact a tax attorney. Do you need a referral to one?
Janet L. Fritts
Attorney with Rosen Divorce
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Janet L. Fritts
Attorney with Rosen Divorce
4101 Lake Boone Trail, Suite 500
Raleigh, North Carolina 27607
919.787.6668 main phone
919.256.1665 direct fax
10925 David Taylor Drive, Suite 100
Charlotte, North Carolina 28262
704.644.2831 main voice
704.307.4595 main fax
The response posted above is based upon the limited factual information made available and is not intended as a full and complete response to the question. The only reliable manner to obtain complete and adequate legal advice is to consult with an attorney, fully explain your situation, and allow the attorney sufficient opportunity to research the applicable law and facts required to render an accurate opinion. The basic information provided above is intended as a public service but a full discussion with an attorney should be undertaken before taking any action.
Question #1 Before I met my husband he had not filed his tax returns for 5 years 1992-1996. I filed them for him (still before we were married) and now he owes approximately $30,000 to the IRS and NC State. Am I liable for any of this?
Question#2 My husband and I separated in January of 2004. We do not have a legal separation agreement. He did not file a tax return for 2004 and has not yet filed one for 2005. Both years I file married filing separately. Am I liable for any taxes owed by him for these two years?