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Objectives and Limitations
Objectives and Limitations
Objectives and Limitations
Objectives
We will attempt to:
- Serve as a resource of last resort if you have exhausted all attempts to remedy your situation through Treasury’s normal channels.
- Ensure your rights are protected and Treasury’s processes are fairly administered under the law.
- Provide a fresh review of your Treasury issue to make certain you have received impartial treatment.
- Identify and communicate general policy and operational issues affecting multiple taxpayers.
- Listen and try to clarify the issue.
- Provide educational outreach.
Limitations
We will not:
- Provide tax refund status.
- Intercede during an audit.
- Explain why you or your business were audited.
- Change timeframes or due dates.
- Offer legal advice/guidance.
- Assist with your tax preparation.