California Franchise Tax - Texas

[JETX]

What is the name of your state? Relevant state is California.

Here is the situation....
I have a friend in Texas who worked in California for part of the years 1981 and 1982. He just received a certified letter from the California Franchise Tax Board claiming that he owed $1400 in unpaid taxes for that period (now $14000 with interest and penalties). They have threatened to place a lien on his property in Texas. I might also add that they have 'offered' to reduce their claim to the original $1400 if he pays immediately (needless to say, this indicates that they have little or no leg to stand on).

The questions:
1) Does the CA FTB have the authority to enforce this claim for taxes from 1981/1982??
2) Does the CA FTB have the authority to place a lien on his property not located in California??

According to the Texas Codes (Property and Tax), it appears that they (CA) do not have a right to place a lien for this tax claim.

Your opinions???

 

[abezon]

He should contact a CA tax attorney immediately. If the statute of limitations has run, the FTB is out of luck. A 'buzz off' letter from a lawyer should do it.

 

[JETX]

Thanks, but that really doesn't answer my question.... before we send a 'buzz-off' letter, I would like to know if they have the right to do what they are trying to do.
Personally, I don't think they can, but would like to deal from a firmer footing!!

 

[JETX]

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