All United States citizens are legally responsible for filing a tax return every year to determine the amount of tax owed to the government. Although most Americans file their tax returns, some do not; they try to cheat out of their tax obligation – thus, committing a tax fraud. Income tax fraud is intentionally and knowingly paying less tax than you owe.
Palm Desert Tax Fraud Lawyers of Coachella Valley
If you suspect an individual or company is not complying with California’s tax laws, you can report it to the Franchise Tax Board at Post Office Box 1565, Rancho Cordova, CA 95741. Or you can fax paperwork to 916-843-2060.
Examples of tax fraud
Examples of tax fraud in California include:
- Not filing a state tax return
- Failing to report all income received
- Claiming residency in another state while residing in California
- Making false claims for refund
- Opening and then closing a new business to evade paying taxes
- Preparing false books that understate the true income
- Overstating expenses in a business
- Questionable tax practitioner practices
IRS Statute
The statute Title 26 USC Section 7201: Attempt to evade or defeat tax states, “Any person who willfully attempts to evade or defeat any tax imposed by this title or the payment thereof shall, in addition to other penalties provided by law, be guilty of a felony and, upon conviction thereof:
- Shall be imprisoned not more than 5 years
- Or fined not more than $250,000 for individuals and $500,000 for corporations
- Or both, together with the costs of prosecution”
If you have not paid your taxes and the IRS is after you, you will need the help of an experienced Palm Springs tax fraud attorney who is successful in tax fraud cases. Contact The Law Office of Dale Gribow because the attorneys can help identify the best solution to your IRS back taxes problem. They can help you get a fresh start.