Failure to File Income Taxes

Sound Counsel from a Georgia Tax Attorney

Due to the complex and intricate design of income taxes, the task of filing your taxes can be daunting and intimidating. Many people fear what will happen if they fail to file in time or if there is a mistake in their filings.

At Alex Simanovsky & Associates, LLC, our Georgia tax law attorneys have helped over 12,000 consumers resolve matters with the IRS. If you have fallen behind on your income taxes, contact us today and we can help you file properly and avoid unnecessary consequences.

Penalties for Failing to File Income Taxes

When an individual fails to file their taxes by the required deadline, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will impose financial penalties for every month until the consumer files his or her taxes. The late filing penalty can be up to 25% percent of the person's taxes. Many people fear that if they missed the deadline to file taxes, they will end up in jail.

While it is true that a federal charge of tax evasion can lead to a $10,000 fine and up to one year in jail, the reality is that the IRS would much rather you pay your taxes than endure a trial and have you convicted. Therefore, criminal measures are often the very last resort for the IRS when dealing with someone who has fallen behind on filing their tax return.

Contact Our Atlanta Tax Lawyers Today

Missing the deadline to file your taxes does not have to be a major issue-but if you delay in contacting an Atlanta tax attorney, it could potentially lead to unnecessary consequences such as interest and possible criminal charges. If you have failed to file your income taxes in time, contact Alex Simanovsky & Associates, LLC today. We can help you file your taxes properly so that they are paid and further issues are avoided.

Find out more about how we can help by scheduling a free case evaluation with one of our Georgia tax lawyers.