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Request for Innocent Spouse Relief and Separation of Liability and Equitable Relief For information or help, call one of the numbers listed: Phoenix (602) 2553381 From area codes 520 and 928, toll-free (800)

How to fill out request for innocent spouse

How to fill out a request for innocent spouse:

1. Start by obtaining Form 8857, Request for Innocent Spouse Relief, from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) website or by visiting a local IRS office.
2. Read through the instructions provided with the form carefully to understand the eligibility criteria and requirements for innocent spouse relief.
3. Begin filling out the personal information section of Form 8857, including your name, social security number, and contact details.
4. Identify the tax year(s) for which you are seeking innocent spouse relief and provide the corresponding tax identification information.
5. Explain in detail the reasons why you believe you qualify for innocent spouse relief. This section should include any evidence or documentation that supports your claim, such as financial statements, divorce decrees, or other relevant documents.
6. Indicate whether you are also requesting equitable relief or separation of liability, if applicable.
7. Provide information about your current financial situation, including your income, assets, and liabilities.
8. If you are married or divorced, provide details about your current spouse or ex-spouse's income, assets, and liabilities, as well as their involvement in the tax issues for which you are seeking relief.
9. Attach any supporting documentation that further substantiates your eligibility for innocent spouse relief.
10. Review the completed form thoroughly to ensure accuracy and completeness.
11. Sign and date the form, certifying that the information provided is true and correct to the best of your knowledge.
12. Make a copy of the completed form, along with all the supporting documents, for your records.
13. Submit the original form and attachments to the IRS according to the instructions provided, whether by mail or electronically.

Who needs a request for innocent spouse:

1. Individuals who filed a joint tax return with their spouse and believe that they should not be held responsible for the resulting tax liability, penalties, or interest.
2. Those who can demonstrate that they meet the requirements for innocent spouse relief, such as having no knowledge of the errors or omissions on the tax return, or being unaware of the financial situation of their spouse at the time of filing.
3. Individuals who have divorced or separated from their spouse and wish to seek relief from their share of the tax liability from the joint return.

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What is request for innocent spouse?

Request for innocent spouse is a form filed with the IRS by a taxpayer seeking relief from joint liability for tax debts accrued by their spouse.

Who is required to file request for innocent spouse?

The taxpayer who is seeking relief from joint liability for tax debts accrued by their spouse is required to file a request for innocent spouse.

How to fill out request for innocent spouse?

To fill out a request for innocent spouse, the taxpayer must provide detailed information about their tax situation, their spouse's involvement, and the reasons for seeking relief.

What is the purpose of request for innocent spouse?

The purpose of request for innocent spouse is to relieve a taxpayer from joint liability for tax debts accrued by their spouse due to errors, omissions, or fraudulent activities.

What information must be reported on request for innocent spouse?

The taxpayer must report information about their tax situation, details of their spouse's involvement in the tax liability, and reasons for seeking relief on the request for innocent spouse form.