Since a contribution to an IRA is a voluntary action, a taxpayer may withdraw amounts from an IRA at any time without penalty.

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This statement is false. Under normal circumstances, withdrawals made before age 59 ½ may be subject to a 10% penalty in addition to regular income tax. Exceptions to the penalty exist for certain situations, such as disability or certain qualified expenses.

Since a Contribution to an IRA Is a Voluntary Action