02/03/2024
Be Aware of Tax Season Scams
The Office of Attorney General is warning Pennsylvanians to be aware and stay cautious of Internal Revenue Service (IRS) imposter scams during tax season. Be on the lookout for unsolicited text messages, emails or phone calls appearing to be from the IRS demanding immediate payment or your personal information.
The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General and the IRS both strongly recommend filing taxes early before scammers have the chance to use any personal information and file a fake tax return.
Please remember the IRS:
• Does not initiate contact with taxpayers by email, text messages or phone calls to request personal or financial information (generally the IRS first mails a paper bill to a person who owes taxes).
• Will never demand a specific type of payment using cash, crypto-currency, a prepaid debit card, gift card or a wire transfer.
• Will not leave a pre-recorded, urgent or threatening message on an answering system.
• Will not immediately threaten to sue or arrest you.