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Best answer by bluedeb

Over the last few years, identity theft related to taxes has exploded. In order to reduce possible losses from identity theft, Congress passed a law that forces the IRS to delay issuing refunds for people claiming certain deductions (the ones most likely used by identity thieves). Ex.  Delays For EITC and Child Tax Credit

 

 

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bluedeb
Alumni - Champ
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Alumni - Champ
March 14, 2023

Over the last few years, identity theft related to taxes has exploded. In order to reduce possible losses from identity theft, Congress passed a law that forces the IRS to delay issuing refunds for people claiming certain deductions (the ones most likely used by identity thieves). Ex.  Delays For EITC and Child Tax Credit

 

 

Mike9241
Level 15
Level 15
March 14, 2023

contact the iRS to find out why the delay, only they can provide the reason.   

Mike9241
Level 2
March 14, 2023

I filed 01/25 but have not received it. No information given. They do not have customer service

bluedeb
Alumni - Champ
Alumni - Champ
March 14, 2023

Have you checked the IRS website, Where's My Refund?  It has information regarding your return/refund.  Was your return accepted?

https://www.irs.gov/refunds