Bankruptcy Writes Off (Some) Income Taxes
Bankruptcy permanently writes off income taxes, as long as the tax meets certain conditions. For some taxes the conditions are easy to meet.
What the IRS/State Can and Can’t Do After You File Bankruptcy
Filing bankruptcy stops tax collection just like it stops other debt collection by more conventional creditors. But there are exceptions.
Stop IRS Garnishment to Start Installment Payment Plan
Filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy stops an IRS/state garnishment and other collection activities, even if it's for a tax you still have to pay.
The Tax Exceptions to the Automatic Stay
In spite of you filing bankruptcy, the taxing authorities can still take certain very specific actions as exceptions to the automatic stay.