The IRS considers the assistance of filing false tax returns a severely criminal and punishable act. The IRS is able to utilize charts and summary data of national tax return statistics to determine the “normalcy” of a tax return. If your tax return is substantially higher than the national average, you will be a likely suspect for the IRS to investigate. If found guilty, you will be penalized by the IRS for filing fraudulent tax returns-whether it’s your own tax return or someone else’s that you’ve assisted with.

CCH (http://tax.cchgroup.com/) reports:

Sentence Imposed for Aiding and Assisting in Preparation of False Returns Reasonable

A sentence imposed on an individual convicted of aiding and assisting in the filing of false tax returns was reasonable. The sentence was within the sentencing guideline range, the trial court adequately considered the sentencing factors and it sufficiently explained the sentence to permit meaningful appellate review.

The admission of testimonial hearsay evidence, which relied on charts and summarizing data of national tax return statistics, did not constitute an abuse of discretion or violate the individual’s due process rights. The charts were required to be prepared by public law and were relevant because they showed that both the average charitable contribution of the tax returns prepared by the individual and the percentage of such returns that resulted in refunds was much higher than the national average. Finally, the individual’s personal tax returns were admissible under the public records exception to the hearsay rule.

If you find yourself in trouble with the IRS due to filing false tax returns, you can still get tax representation to help. It is extremely important to not incriminate yourself deeper by trying to resolve the situation without knowing all the rules and your rights. You can reach out to someone who has experience and expertise in dealing with IRS tax troubles to prove your innocence or abate your penalties.

You may get help from our specialized staff of tax attorneys, CPAs, EAs and tax professionals at TRS. Visit Tax Resolution Services for a free income tax relief consultation or call us at 866-IRS-PROBLEMS (1-866-477-7762).

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