Taxpayers have the right to challenge the IRS’s position and be heard. This is one of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights, which clearly outline the fundamental rights of every taxpayer. The IRS wants to make sure taxpayers know about their rights when dealing with the agency. Taxpayers have the right to:
Here are some specific things taxpayers can expect about the right to challenge the IRS’s position and be heard.
Has 60 days to tell the IRS that they disagree. Should provide copies of any records that may help correct the error. May call the number listed on the letter or bill for assistance. Can expect the agency to make the necessary adjustment to their account and send a correction if the IRS upholds the taxpayer’s position.
The agency will issue a notice proposing a tax adjustment. This is a letter that comes in the mail. This notice provides the taxpayer with a right to challenge the proposed adjustment. The taxpayer makes this challenge by filing a petition in U.S. Tax Court. The taxpayer must generally file the petition within 90 days of the date of the notice, or 150 days if it is addressed outside the United States.
Before taking enforcement action to collect a tax debt. These actions include levying the taxpayer’s bank account. Immediately after filing a notice of federal tax lien in the appropriate state filing location. If the taxpayer disagrees with the decision of the Appeals Office, they can petition the U.S. Tax Court. More Information:
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