The average jail time for tax evasion ranges from 3 to 5 years. It varies on a case-by-case basis, but jail time for tax evasion occurs more often than one would think. What other penalties exist for tax evasion? According to the IRS; “Any person who willfully attempts in any manner… [Read more]
What is the Difference Between Criminal Tax Evasion and Civil Tax Penalties?
In the eyes of the federal government, there is a vast difference between a criminal tax fraud offense and a civil fraud offense. These differences focus primarily on the different burdens of proofs, penalties, statues of limitations, and defenses available to the taxpayer. For several reasons, often the IRS will… [Read more]
