If you are charged with a criminal tax matter in the Washington, D.C., area, a prison sentence is a real possibility. It is, therefore, of utmost importance for you to take any rumors or investigations seriously and get legal counsel in the earliest stages of a potential criminal tax-related case. […]
Understanding and Resolving IRS Criminal Matters The Internal Revenue Service has its own law enforcement unit, known as the Criminal Investigation Division (CID). CID is a powerful force within the IRS, charged with the task of investigating potential criminal violations of the Internal Revenue Code and any financial crimes related […]
Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers (ITINs) are numbers that are issued by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for those who are not able to get a social security number but still have tax obligations. Some of these numbers are up for renewal this year. Is my ITIN up for renewal? Those with an […]
Dallas Tax Evasion Defense Attorney For as long as taxes have been levied, people have used countless techniques to avoid paying them. Governments deal harshly with those caught evading taxes through illegal means. Remember, there are legal ways of avoiding taxes such as contributing some of your pre-tax income to […]
Federal tax agents working for the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) know how to reach people and how to catch them off-guard. They are also trained in asking leading questions about tax-related activities that, if answered flippantly, could lead to incriminating evidence. IRS agents are prepared to perform their job duties […]
Strong Defense Against Tax Fraud Charges in the U.S. Brown, PC represents businesses and individuals facing criminal tax charges throughout the United States. Tax evasion is one of the most serious and frequently charged tax crimes in this country. We have the proven ability to defend clients against these allegations […]
Texas Non-Tax Financial Crimes Defense Attorney In addition to criminal tax work, Brown, PC is fully equipped to defend clients against any and all types of financial crime allegations. Our clients range from high net worth individuals to large privately held businesses. We are known for our ability to combine aggressiveness with […]
In and of itself being audited is a trying process. Dealing with Internal Revenue Service (IRS) agents can be difficult, and looking for receipts and other records dating back three years only adds to the pressure of an audit. Now the IRS is looking for ways to broaden the definition […]
The Worst-Case Result of a Civil Audit Undergoing an IRS audit is a very stressful time for any individual or business. The possibility of heavy fines and other civil penalties hangs over your head until the matter is resolved. If, however, the auditor should uncover fraud or suspects other criminal […]
As the end of the year approaches, it is time to start thinking about preparing your 2012 income tax return. But what if you are one of the thousands of people who have failed to file one or more previous years’ returns? Will filing a tax return this year simply […]