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Instructions for Forms  
W-2G and 5754 - Introductory Material


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Reminders

General Instructions.   In addition to these specific instructions, you should also use the 2012 General Instructions for Certain Information Returns. Those general instructions include information about the following topics.
  • Backup withholding.

  • Electronic reporting requirements.

  • Penalties.

  • When and where to file.

  • Taxpayer identification numbers.

  • Statements to recipients.

  • Corrected and void returns.

  • Other general topics.

You can get the general instructions at IRS.gov or by calling 1-800-TAX-FORM (1-800-829-3676).

How to get the latest information.   If there are changes to the 2012 tax law that affect Form W-2G, you will be able to find them at www.irs.gov/w2g.


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