Q: Can they garnish my federal refund for an 8-year-old car repossession?
I have a garnishment filed every year for a car repossession from 8 years ago, and my state refund is garnished and sent to the attorney. I have no agreement or contact with them, and this year is my first time able to get a federal tax refund. Can they also take my federal refund?
A: No to Federal Refund. There is also no reason to file MI state taxes if you are going to get a refund. They is no penalty unless you owe and file late.
A: I agree that the IRS does not honor garnishments, but I believe that a state tax return is required if you meet the income threshold. I would think that a return is required to claim and receive a refund.
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