What are the rules for a "No Penalty" CD? Does your current financial situation make a cash withdrawal necessary?If you are subject to U.S. Information return reporting or IRS backup withholding rules, Section 6109 of the Internal Revenue Code (IRC). You can take distributions from your IRA (including your SEPIRA or SIMPLEIRA) at any time. There is no need to show a hardship to take a distribution. In lieu of a refund you may freeze your account and apply for a monthly benefit as early as 180 days prior to your 60th birthday. Prior to the posted deadlines, no approvals are needed. Students who wish to request a late registration transaction must follow the instructions listed below. If you withdraw your funds, you forfeit all rights to a monthly benefit. Please contact TRS for additional information.