Can a state hold a tax refund due to outstanding court fees and fines owed?
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Can a state hold a tax refund due to outstanding court fees and fines owed?
Asked on February 18, 2015 under Criminal Law, Pennsylvania
Answers:
Anne Brady / Law Office of Anne Brady
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Yes, if a taxpayer owes the state money, the state can take the money owed out of the taxpayer's state income tax refund. Likewise, if a taxpayer owes the federal government money or owes money on student loans, the IRS can take that money out of the taxpayer's federal tax return.
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