Can a spouse file the injured spouse form if she or he did not work, but lived in is a community property state?

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Can a spouse file the injured spouse form if she or he did not work, but lived in is a community property state?

Yes.

This is because all income and deductions are split evenly between both spouses. Therefore you can benefit from the earned income and withholding of your spouse for the injured spouse claim.

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Can a spouse file the injured spouse form if she or he did not work, but lived in is a community property state?

Yes.

This is because all income and deductions are split evenly between both spouses. Therefore you can benefit from the earned income and withholding of your spouse for the injured spouse claim.