The Internal Revenue Service is warning about economic impact payment scams that continue to target the public.

The scams are frequently perpetrated by sending people emails that appear to legitimately be from the IRS. Unsuspecting victims are asked to enter personal information or submit payments.

Other scams include text messages stating that a taxpayer is eligible for a stimulus payment, but they must click on a link to complete information to claim the money. Phishing emails claiming the IRS has calculated a taxpayer’s fiscal activity are also being used.

The IRS does not send unsolicited texts or emails, and authorities warned people not to open links and attachments contained in unsolicited emails. Also, the IRS does not threaten individuals with jail or lawsuits. For information, visit tips.tigta.gov and irs.gov.