If I want to marry my boyfriend but he owes back child support, will that affect my income?
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If I want to marry my boyfriend but he owes back child support, will that affect my income?
Asked on October 14, 2014 under Family Law, New York
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M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
If you mean will the state be able to deduct from your salary, no, not directly. However, if you hold anything jointly - such as a bank account - that will be attached for payment and a joint tax refund from a jointly filed return will be subject to garnishment. He should consider dealing with the issue now and for you, prior to marriage. Good luck.
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