FTB sends the following letters to taxpayers who may be subject to identity theft: FTB 3904:Tax return was filed, and confirmation is required to process the return. FTB 4734D:Additional information is needed to confirm wage and withholding discrepancies.
(FTB 3904)We send this notice when we need you to confirm if you filed a specific personal income tax return. If you did not file this tax return, call 916.845. 7088 within 15 days from the notice date.
The FTB wants to verify the dependents you claimed on your tax return. You need to send them the information they requested with a copy of the letter.
The Franchise Tax Board will send a notice or letter to personal taxpayers and business entities for issues that may include but not limited to: You have a balance due. You are due a larger or smaller refund. We need to notify you of delays in processing your return.
Right to Appeal an Assessment You must file your appeal within 30 days from the date of the notice. If your disagreement remains unresolved after meeting with the CDTFA's Appeals Bureau, you may request a hearing with the Office of Tax Appeals.
If there are significant discrepancies between federal and state returns, the state return may be flagged for audit; The FTB's CP-2000program which is based on the IRS's automated computer 2000 program was developed to identify taxpayers who underreport their income.
Fill out the "Reply to FTB" form included with your notice. It allows you to tell us that you (A) already filed a tax return or (B) you do not have to file or you are unsure if you have to file.
State Income Tax (Franchise Tax Board) If your tax return is selected for an audit, you have the right to a fair examination and a written explanation of all changes we make to your tax return as a result of the audit. It is our goal to treat you courteously and fairly during the entire audit process.
Filing Compliance Bureau at (916) 845-7088. Withholding Services and Compliance section (non-wage withholding) at (888) 792-4900.