What is the difference between Revenue Officers, Revenue Agents and Special Agents?
IRS Revenue Officer in Phoenix AZ
A Revenue Officer in Phoenix AZ is responsible for collecting taxes. If someone comes to your home or place of business from the IRS it is probably a Revenue Officer. They are responsible to for collecting taxes and locating nonfliers. Their first priority is to find out the quickest way to collect the taxes owed. They carry badges to identify who they are. If you ignore their requests you may soon find that your wages or bank accounts are levied. They are graded on the number of cases they close and the amount of money they collect.
A Revenue Agent in Phoenix AZ audits tax returns filed. They have authority to meet you at your home or place of business. Most taxpayers are notified of an audit by mail. They are trained to find unreported income. If the amount of unreported income is significant your case can be turned over for a criminal investigation.
Special Agents in Phoenix AZ do criminal investigations. Special agents make unannounced visits and have a prepared list of questions. If you are contacted by Special Agents, you should respectfully decline to answer their questions and seek legal counsel.
I work everyday with Revenue Agents and Revenue Officers in Phoenix AZ. If you are contacted by an IRS Special Agent, I can refer you to an attorney who specializes in IRS criminal investigations.
Scott Allen E. A. (Enrolled Agent)
Tax Debt Advisors, Inc near Phoenix AZ