My mother owes the government money because of a mistake she and her spouse made in the past. She was fined $25,000 at the time. Over the years, this amount has increased to over $41,000. It keeps rising, and she says it will never go down. She and her spouse have tried everything to get rid of this debt, given that it's been over 20 years. They believe it's impossible for them to get out of it. So, I'm not asking you to help us, but I would like to know if you think there's any way to get out of this debt that will never end and that she'll never be able to repay. I'd like to clear things up with her once and for all.
It's difficult to provide an adequate answer without knowing your specific situation.
If the debt stems from a false declaration, such as fraudulently obtaining social assistance, it cannot be discharged through bankruptcy.
The only solution would be to reach an agreement with the creditor.
If the debt stems from a false declaration, such as fraudulently obtaining social assistance, it cannot be discharged through bankruptcy.
The only solution would be to reach an agreement with the creditor.
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