TAX NEWS - 2010

Delinquent Tax Filing is Better Than Being Charged with Failure to File Taxes by the IRS

April 15th – tax day – is a week away. While some people are scrambling to file their 2009 returns, others may be wondering what to do about unfiled returns from previous years.  Often we get inquiries from people who are worried because they failed to file a tax return in the past.  It should be a concern, and consulting a tax professional is the first step to remedying the problem of outstanding back taxes.  Did you know that no matter how delinquent your tax return is, you have a right to late tax filing?  Tax Resolution Services can help you with delinquent tax filing  – resolve your tax debt with professional tax help and sleep better at home because you won't face sleeping in prison like this Colorado man.

Darrell Stoffels, 59, of Castle Rock, Colo., was charged with failure to file tax returns.

According to court records, during the calendar years 2003 to 2005, Stoffels, who was a resident of Colorado, received gross income of approximately $281,838.

Stoffels earned $58,958.09 in 2003, $121,607.64 in 2004 and $101,273.09 in 2005. Stoffels failed to file income tax returns with the IRS for those years, citing specifically his gross income and any deductions and credits to which he was entitled.

"Fulfilling individual tax obligations is a legal requirement and those who criminally evade that responsibility will be prosecuted," said U.S. Attorney David Gaouette in a statement.

"As April 15 is approaching, this is a reminder that all taxpayers should pay their fair share and file complete and accurate tax returns," said Christopher M. Sigerson, Special Agent in Charge, IRS Criminal Investigation, Denver Field Office. "IRS special agents are doing their job to ensure the honest individuals do not have to pick up the tab of those people not filing returns or filing frivolous returns."

Stoffels faces up to one year in prison and a $25,000 fine per count.