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If someone is incarcerated, can the spouse file for them even if they are filing seperately?

 
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Bsch4477
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If someone is incarcerated, can the spouse file for them even if they are filing seperately?

He must complete Form 2848, Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative to give someone Power of Attorney. The form requires signatures from yourself and the other person. The signed form must be turned in with the tax return.

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Bsch4477
Level 15
Intuit Approved! This answer has been verified for accuracy by an Intuit expert employee

If someone is incarcerated, can the spouse file for them even if they are filing seperately?

He must complete Form 2848, Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative to give someone Power of Attorney. The form requires signatures from yourself and the other person. The signed form must be turned in with the tax return.

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