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What this notice is about
We sent you this notice because your bank didn't honor your payment. A dishonored check or bad check is a payment that couldn’t clear your bank account because you don’t have enough money to cover the payment. As a result, we charged you a bad check penalty.
What you need to do
Read your notice carefully ― it explains your due date, amount due and payment options.
You may want to
Learn more about payment plans and how to apply online for a payment plan.
Frequently asked questions
You may owe additional penalties and interest.
You can follow the instructions provided in your notice or call us at the toll-free number provided on your notice. If you choose to call, have your paperwork (such as cancelled checks, amended return, etc.) and your employer ID number, tax year and form number ready when you call.
Not if you pay the full amount you owe by the notice payment due date. However, interest adds up on the unpaid amount after the payment due date.
Yes, you could receive a late payment penalty. You can call us at the number on your notice if you can't pay the full amount by your notice payment due date because of financial problems. We may be able to remove the penalty based on your situation.
Helpful information
Need help?
- You can authorize someone to represent you before the IRS or inspect and/or receive confidential tax information.
- You may be eligible for free help from the Taxpayer Advocate Service (TAS).
- You may qualify for help from a Low Income Taxpayer Clinic.
- You can request a copy of your notice or letter in Braille or large print.
- If you didn’t receive a letter or notice, use Let us help you.