Ask The Taxgirl: Child Support

Taxpayer asks:

Hi Kelly,

Is it true that is you owe back child support then you will not receive the tax stimulus?

Thanks,

Taxgirl says:

More or less.

That’s kind of a loaded question because it depends on a few factors… The IRS can withhold stimulus payments up to the amount owed for federal liabilities or state liabilities when the state participates in the Offset program. Child support is among the liabilities that qualify – but only for documented past due obligations.