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An examination of the accuracy of a taxpayer's income tax return conducted through the mail by the Internal Revenue Service, which sends the taxpayer a request for proof of a particular deduction or exemption taken by either completing a special form or sending photocopies of relevant financial records. A correspondence audit is distinguishable from a field audit and an office audit in the manner in which it is conducted. |
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The IRS has a number of limited-contact programs in addition to correspondence audits, including programs on mathematical/clerical error abatement, unallowable items, information returns and the earned income credit; see Saltzman, IRS Practice and Procedure (Warren, Gorham & Lamont, 2d ed. A correspondence audit deals with simple issues; it may be a request for copies of canceled checks or receipts for verification. 1 billion brought in by correspondence audits and other corrections. |
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