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Taxpayers' Bill of Rights #8:

RIGHT TO CONFIDENTIALITY









May 1, 2023


Taxpayers have the right to expect that any information they provide to the IRS will not be disclosed unless authorized by the taxpayer or by law. Taxpayers have the right to expect appropriate action will be taken against employees, return preparers, and others who wrongfully use or disclose taxpayer return information.



The Right to Confidentiality



Taxpayers have the right to keep their tax information confidential. Exceptions apply. Taxpayers may permit their tax information to be given to third parties, such as when applying for a loan.

Taxpayers have the right to not be investigated by third parties to change or collect a tax debt without reasonable advance notification.







Taxpayers have the right to confidential communications with tax professionals authorized to practice before the IRS. Exceptions apply.




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