Created by the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984, the U.S. Sentencing Commission is an agency within the judicial branch of the US government. The independent agency is charged with creating and reporting on federal sentencing guidelines, among other responsibilities.
In June, the Commission released its 2017 report on tax fraud offenses in the US. Our law firm focuses on the strategic defense of high asset and corporate persons and entities with complicated tax scenarios, or who have engaged in activities that may make them the subject of an IRS audit or criminal investigation.
The 2017 report from the U.S. Sentencing Commission offers an interesting profile in both tax crime and offenders, among other metrics. Here are findings from the report:
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Seventeen months may not look like much on paper, but it contains career downfall, ruined personal and professional standing, and loss of liberty.
Despite reduced federal financial support, the IRS continues to pursue individuals and organizations involved in tax controversy. It is never too soon to speak with an experienced tax attorney if you are aware of tax irregularities in your returns, management of foreign bank accounts, or other tax concerns.
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In Cleveland, Chicago, and internationally, Robert J. Fedor, Esq., LLC delivers decisive strategies and legal options for persons or entities facing a civil tax audit, allegations of tax crime, or other tax challenge. Contact us or call 800-579-0997 today.