{"id":1484,"date":"2020-04-10T17:38:20","date_gmt":"2020-04-10T17:38:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/?p=1484"},"modified":"2020-04-10T17:38:20","modified_gmt":"2020-04-10T17:38:20","slug":"can-i-get-arrested-for-not-paying-my-taxes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.delewislaw.com\/blog\/can-i-get-arrested-for-not-paying-my-taxes\/","title":{"rendered":"Can I Get Arrested For Not Paying My Taxes?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Tax Day is soon approaching, whether you are ready for it or not. Fortunately, with the recent government extensions granted to United States citizens, you will likely be well-prepared to pay your dues. But what happens to those who do not? After all, the old saying, \u201cthe only two things promised in life are death and taxes\u201d is an adage for a reason. There are various consequences for failing to pay state and federal taxes, and similarly, consequences for lying on tax documents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Continue reading to learn the laws surrounding tax crimes, including what to do if you have legal questions regarding your tax situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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State and Federal Tax Fraud in Indiana<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Intentionally not paying or under-paying your taxes, whether state, federal, or both, is a white collar crime in Indiana. Referred to as tax fraud<\/em> or tax evasion<\/em>, it is generally charged as a Class A Misdemeanor or Level 6 Felony.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u23e9 Class A Misdemeanor \u2013<\/strong> Up to 1 year in jail, with no advisory sentence. Fines up to $5,000, not including court or lawyer fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u23e9 Level 6 Felony \u2013<\/strong> Six Months to 2.5 years in jail, with an average of 1 year. Fines up to $10,000, not including court or lawyer fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Made Some Mistakes on Your Tax Documents?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Do not worry if you unknowingly made some errors on your tax documents. Tax mistakes are not considered tax fraud unless they are egregious or intentional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Lying on Tax Forms<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Often referred to as \u201ccooking the books\u201d in old gangster movies, lying on tax forms for the purpose of evading dues, defrauding the state, or receiving pecuniary benefits, is a very serious white collar tax fraud crime. It is charged as a Level 6 Felony, which is penalized by six months to 2.5 years in jail, with an advisory sentence of 1 year, and fines up to $10,000, not including court or lawyer fees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Restitution or Jail?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In minor cases, or cases of first time offenders, courts might agree to do away with jail time if a defendant pays back the money they owe, plus any fees tacked on for late payment. Paying back taxes is referred to as restitution, and it is a common plea deal awarded in court. In order to be given the option of restitution over jail time, you must have a skilled criminal defense lawyer working your case. Otherwise, you are subjected to being sentenced to the maximum penalties for your crime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trust an Experienced Indiana Fraud Lawyer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Call David E. Lewis, Attorney at Law at 317-636-7514<\/strong> to get help with your Indiana fraud charges<\/a>, today. Whether charged with fraud or some other type of white collar crime<\/a>, our Indianapolis criminal defense law firm offers free initial consultations to discuss the best strategies of defense for your case. Avoid the maximum penalties for your criminal charges by calling David E. Lewis, Attorney at Law, today!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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