Bank Levy

What is a bank levy?

The Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR) has the legal authority to place a levy on your bank, credit union, or brokerage account if you have unpaid state taxes, penalties, or interest. When a levy is issued, your financial institution must, by law, remit the available funds in your account to LDR to apply toward your outstanding balance.

If your account has been levied for failure to pay taxes due, contact LDR immediately:

Taking prompt action may help prevent additional collection measures, including further levies, wage garnishments, or liens.

 

Updated August 12, 2025


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News & Announcements

August 12, 2025

Guilty plea resolves fraud investigation related to Hurricane Ida recovery

A guilty plea in a Baton Rouge criminal court closes the investigation into a fraud case related to the recovery process following Hurricane Ida in 2021.

July 31, 2025

New penalties for Kratom in effect Aug. 1

Starting Aug. 1, 2025, severe new penalties are in effect for the possession of the herbal supplement known as Kratom. Kratom is sold often as an energy booster, pain reliever and mood lifter. Its potential harmful side effects include liver toxicity, seizures and death.

July 28, 2025

Millions in state tax refunds moving to Unclaimed Property if taxpayers don’t claim them

BATON ROUGE – Louisiana taxpayers have until Sept. 6, 2025, to claim millions of dollars in state tax refunds before they become unclaimed property.


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