Can the IRS seize a winning lottery ticket if the victor is owing debts?

[Julio88]

If someone owes the IRS, the IRS may be able to seize a winning lottery ticket in order to satisfy the debt. The IRS will typically send a notice to the taxpayer prior to seizing the ticket, giving the taxpayer an opportunity to pay the debt or make other arrangements before the ticket is seized. In some cases, the IRS may be able to collect the debt directly from the lottery operator or through a levy or garnishment. If the taxpayer has a balance due, they should contact the IRS as soon as possible to make arrangements to pay the debt before it becomes a larger issue.

 

[James108]

Yes, the IRS can seize a winning lottery ticket if the winner owes back taxes or other debts to the government. This is because any prize money won in a lottery is considered taxable income. If the winner owes any taxes, the IRS will place a lien on the winning ticket and may even seize it if the taxes are not paid

 

[Qwert135]

Yes they should do it is always ethical and responsibility of a person to make sure that they are always doing things that can make them look responsible and this you can make a good image for yourself always in the market