Note - The IRS will NEVER:

​

• Call to demand immediate payment using a specific payment method such as a prepaid debit card, gift card or wire transfer. Generally, the IRS will first mail you a bill if you owe any taxes. 

• Threaten to immediately bring in local police or other law-enforcement groups to have you arrested for not paying. 

• Demand that you pay taxes without giving you the opportunity to question or appeal the amount they say you owe. 

• Ask for credit or debit card numbers over the phone.