Use Form 3949-A, Information Referral PDF if you suspect an individual or a business is not complying with the tax laws. Don’t use this form if you want to report a tax preparer or an abusive tax scheme. We will keep your identity confidential when you file a tax fraud report.
How do you turn someone in for tax evasion?
If you have information about someone who has engaged in tax evasion, you can report him directly to the IRS.
- Fill out and mail IRS Form 3949-A to the tax fraud reporting center.
- Call the tax evasion hot line set up by the IRS to make an anonymous tip.
- Check to see if you might be eligible for a whistleblower reward.
What happens if you report someone to the IRS?
This includes criminal fines, civil forfeitures, and violations of reporting requirements. In general, the IRS will pay an award of at least 15 percent, but not more than 30 percent of the proceeds collected attributable to the information submitted by the whistleblower.
Does IRS investigate anonymous tips?
Yes. It is surprisingly easy to do so. The IRS even has a form for turning in suspected tax cheats: Form 3949-A, Information Referral. The IRS also explains on its website how whistleblowers can report various forms of suspected tax fraud.
Can you tell on someone for tax evasion?
If you decide to report the person or business you suspect of cheating, use IRS form 3949-A. 2 This form asks for basic information on the tax evader you are reporting, the types of violations you believe to be committed, the details of the violation and how you learned about it.
What are the examples of tax evasion?
Examples of Tax Evasion:
- Falsifying Records. One way individuals have falsified records is by lying to their CPA.
- Underreporting Income. Everyone knows tax liability is based on income numbers.
- Hiding Interest.
- Purposely Underpaying Taxes.
- Illegally Assigning Income.
How long does it take the IRS to investigate tax evasion?
Often a tax fraud investigation takes twelve to twenty-four months to complete, with 1,000 to 2,000 staff hours being devoted to the case.
How do you tell if IRS is investigating you?
Signs that You May Be Subject to an IRS Investigation:
- (1) An IRS agent abruptly stops pursuing you after he has been requesting you to pay your IRS tax debt, and now does not return your calls.
- (2) An IRS agent has been auditing you and now disappears for days or even weeks at a time.
How do tax evaders get caught?
The IRS uses an Information Returns Processing (IRP) System to match information sent by employers and other third parties to the IRS with what is reported by individuals on their tax returns. While social media may help the IRS find individuals cheating on their taxes, there is no proof it issued in this way.
Does IRS prosecute tax evasion?
While the IRS does not pursue criminal tax evasion cases for many people, the penalty for those who are caught is harsh. They must repay the taxes with an expensive fraud penalty and possibly face jail time of up to five years.
What triggers an IRS criminal investigation?
The most common reason for a criminal investigation is that a revenue agent or officer suspects that a taxpayer has committed fraud. For example, if you accidentally reveal to someone that you have committed fraud, and that person decides to alert the IRS, you may soon face a criminal investigation.
What happens if you dont report income?
Not reporting cash income or payments received for contract work can lead to hefty fines and penalties from the Internal Revenue Service on top of the tax bill you owe. Purposeful evasion can even land you in jail, so get your tax situation straightened out as soon as possible, even if you are years behind.
How do I report someone falsely claiming a dependent?
If you found out that you claimed a dependent incorrectly on an IRS accepted tax return, you will need to file a tax amendment or form 1040-X and remove the dependent from your tax return. At any time, contact us here at eFile.com or call the IRS support line at 1-800-829-1040 and inform them of the situation.