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Can I sue the California Franchise Tax Board?

By Jessica Hardy

You may bring a court action against the State of California in superior court for damages and costs if you are aggrieved by any FTB officer’s or employee’s reckless disregard of published procedures.

How do I talk to a live person at the Franchise Tax Board?

If you need to speak to a live customer service representative in California Franchise Tax Board customer service you need to dial 1-800-852-5711.

What is the Franchise Tax Board responsibilities?

Our mission is to help taxpayers file tax returns timely, accurately, and pay the correct amount to fund services important to Californians.

When is the next California Franchise Tax Board meeting?

This payment is meant to help low-income Californians. Find out if you qualify. The next meeting of the Franchise Tax Board is Thursday, June 3, 2021. Use Web Pay to pay with your checking or savings account – for free.

How to avoid a California Franchise Tax Board lien?

The best way to avoid a CA FTB tax lien is to pay it in full or do the minimum monthly payment plan the FTB wants. Sometimes risking a lien is worth it to settle the debt for much less than you owe. We had a $265,000 FTB debt settle for $225.

How to contact the FTB in Sacramento CA?

Gather the required items and complete the Request for Tax Information and Documents form (FTB 4734D) and send it to us: Fax (916) 843-6036 Mail Filing Compliance Bureau MS F151 Franchise Tax Board PO Box 1468 Sacramento CA 95812-1468

How does the Franchise Tax Board help you?

Special tax relief is available from the Franchise Tax Board for taxpayers directly affected by wildfires declared as state of emergencies. Relief may include waiver of penalties and interest for those who owe, additional deductions for disaster loss, and free replacement copies of returns lost due to disasters.