Free Tax Guide
The Ultimate Guide to IRS Criminal Investigations
Complete guide to IRS criminal tax investigations — charges, prosecution process, penalties, trial preparation, and defense strategies. Free from Brotman Law.
Written by Sam Brotman, Esq.
18 min read
What You’ll Learn
This comprehensive guide covers every aspect of the topic in detail. Click any chapter below to dive in.
Chapter 1
Why Is the IRS Charging Me with a Tax Crime?
Chapter 2
How Do Tax Crimes Get Prosecuted?
Chapter 3
Criminal Tax Administrative Investigation
Chapter 4
What to Expect After Being Charged
Chapter 5
Criminal Tax Restitution, Fines & Forfeiture
Chapter 6
Criminal Liability & Voluntary Disclosure
Chapter 7
Conferencing with Criminal Tax Authorities
Chapter 8
Criminal Tax Process FAQs
Chapter 9
How Brotman Law Can Help
Chapter 10
Criminal Tax Defense Fees
Chapter 11
Tax Crime Pre-Trial Process
Chapter 12
Tax Crime Trial Process
Chapter 13
Willful Failure to Collect or Pay Tax
Chapter 14
What Is Tax Evasion?
Chapter 15
Criminal Tax Fraud & False Statements
Chapter 16
What Is the Omnibus Clause?
Chapter 17
What Is the Tax Crime of Omission?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Criminal Tax FAQs
How long do I have to respond to an IRS audit notice?
Typically 30 to 60 days from the date on the notice. However, some notices have shorter or longer deadlines. Don’t wait — contact us as soon as you receive any correspondence from the IRS.
Can the IRS audit me if I used a CPA to prepare my return?
Yes. Using a CPA doesn’t prevent an audit. You are ultimately responsible for the accuracy of your return, regardless of who prepared it. However, having professional representation during the audit is critical.
What if I can’t find the documents the IRS is requesting?
We can often reconstruct records using bank statements, third-party records, and other sources. The sooner you engage us, the more options we have to build your case.
Will an audit affect my future tax returns?
Not directly. However, if the IRS made adjustments, those changes may affect carryforward items like losses or credits. We’ll review the impact and make sure your future returns reflect the correct figures.
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