Wages are being garnished for back state taxes.
I spoke with a "tax expert" online earlier today that said I could deduct state wage garnishments and bank levies for back taxes on my Schedule A personal return.
Also, when I look at the IRS site it seems to say the same thing.
No deduction is allowed for fines and penalties paid to a government or specified nongovernmental entity for the violation of any law except in the following situations.
Certain amounts that constitute restitution.
Certain amounts paid to come into compliance with the law.
Amounts paid or incurred as the result of certain court orders in which no government or specified nongovernmental agency is a party.
Amounts paid or incurred for taxes due."
