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Civil Penalties for Tax Evasion

Civil penalties, including fines, interest, and liens, imposed on individuals or entities for tax evasion in the US.

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Jan 9, 2026

What are the legal implications of a US state refusing to contribute to the federal government?

A state cannot lawfully opt out of the federal tax-and-spending system without confronting the Constitution’s Supremacy Clause, settled judicial interpretations that reject refusal-to-pay arguments, a...

Jan 8, 2026

What are the legal consequences of tax evasion in the United States 2025?

Tax evasion in the United States remains a felony with steep criminal and civil consequences: federal law criminalizes willful attempts to evade tax and authorizes up to five years’ imprisonment and s...