If I claim an adult as a dependant an that dependant owes back taxes will my tax return b taken to pay their debit

[cyndi0315]

The dependant has not worked n a  year t better an has lived in my home an I have been sole support

[ThomasM · Accepted solution]

No, the IRS cannot take your refund to pay the tax debt of your dependent.

[cyndi0315]

Yes sir Thank you Thomas ,for taking the time to respond . It is appreciated