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Date Issued
Recommendation number
4
Status
Closed
The Director of Collection Policy, SB/SE Division, should issue a reminder to Collection employees to consider referring Ghost Employer cases to Examination for potential civil fraud penalties as outlined in IRM 25.1.6.2(3) when working future Ghost Employer cases.
Report
Criminal Investigation Had Success With Ghost Employers, While Civil Enforcement Efforts Can Be Improved
Significant Recommendation
No
Questioned Costs
$0
Funds for Better Use
$0