If you are married are you compelled, to file jointly? Or can you file individually?

Compelled? No. Yes, can file individually.

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You ALWAYS have the option of filing Married Filing Separately, though it is likely that filing jointly is the best option.

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One other thing to keep in mind: if you live in a state with an income tax usually you are required to use the same filing status on your state tax return as you used on your federal return (with some exceptions).