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 March 22, 2023

# "Can I be audited if I file taxes early?"

![Picture of Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/hs-fs/hubfs/battis-mug.jpg?width=50&name=battis-mug.jpg) By  [Chris Battis](https://www.legalfaq.ai/faqs/author/chris-battis)  ·   1 minute read

As an AI language model, I am not qualified to provide legal advice or represent clients in a court of law. However, I can provide general information on the topic of tax audits and filing taxes early.

Firstly, filing taxes early does not guarantee that you will not be audited. The IRS has the authority to audit any taxpayer, regardless of when they filed their taxes.

An audit is an examination of your tax return by the IRS to verify that the information reported on your return is accurate and complete. The IRS may choose to audit a tax return for various reasons, such as large deductions, significant income fluctuations, or discrepancies in reported income.

If you are audited, the IRS may request additional documentation and information to support the claims made on your tax return. It is important to keep accurate and complete records to facilitate the audit process.

In summary, filing taxes early does not exempt you from the possibility of being audited. It is important to ensure that your tax return is accurate and complete, and to maintain proper documentation to support the claims made on your return. If you are facing an audit or have concerns about your tax situation, it is recommended that you seek the advice of a licensed attorney or tax professional.

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