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CP57 — Notice to the taxpayer that they have defaulted on a direct debit installment agreement due to insufficient funds for el…
Notice to the taxpayer that they have defaulted on a direct debit installment agreement due to insufficient funds for electronic transfer, will include a penalty on all dishonored payments.
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CP57
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Notice to the taxpayer that they have defaulted on a direct debit installment agreement due to insufficient funds for electronic transfer, will include a penalty on all dishonored payments.
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