26 U.S.C. § 6343: Release of an IRS Levy
Section 6343 requires release of a levy in specified circumstances, including unenforceability, facilitated collection, installment agreements, and economic hardship.
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Section 6343 requires release of a levy in specified circumstances, including unenforceability, facilitated collection, installment agreements, and economic hardship.
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