Yes, you have rights. The IRS Taxpayer Bill of Rights specifically states that you have: The right to be informed The right to quality service The right to pay no more than the correct amount of tax The right to challenge the IRS’s position and be heard The right to appeal an IRS decision in an independent forum The right to finality The right to privacy The right to confidentiality The right to retain representation The right to a fair and just tax system. Importantly, regarding the right to a fair and just tax system, you have the right to expect the tax system to consider facts and circumstances that might affect your underlying liabilities, ability to pay, or ability to provide information in a timely fashion. Missouri’s Taxpayer Bill of Rights offers some of the same and more rights and expectations. At Birk Law Firm, we understand what your rights are and use them to protect your interests and ensure that the state or federal government settles tax disputes honestly and fairly.