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Hi XXXXXXX

Thank you for using justanswer. This is a great question. I'm sure you're aware that the time frame that you may claim a refund from the IRS is past for both 2002 and 2003. Your time frame to claim a refund is generally 3 years from the due date of the return.

The due date for 2002 is 4/15/2003, and the open time frame ran till 4/15/2006.

The due date for 2003 was 4/15/2004, making the open time frame till 4/15/2007.

Please see below for more in depth information re: statute of limitations for refunds.

Tax Statute of Limitations: Time Limits to Claim Tax Refunds or to .

However, I believe you have a good case to claim your 2008 overpayment that was previously applied to your back taxes be refunded to you once you proved that there was no unpaid tax liability for those years.



I would begin by calling the IRS representative that is listed on any letters you may have received re: filing your back year's taxes. If you didn't receive a notice, or you can't find it, you may call the IRS at XXX-XXX-XXXX.

You may also go thru Taxpayer Advocate Service . This is a free service. You will need to make the initial contact with the IRS, but if they deny your request, then I would try the folks at the advocate service.

Finally, you may want to use a professional tax preparer, Enrolled Agent, or CPA to make this request for you.

I hope this helps, and best of luck to you.

Expert:	Anne
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Answered:	6/14/2009

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