Detroit Criminal Tax Defense Lawyer

Willful Failure to File Tax Returns

When Detroit entrepreneurs or professionals fail to file tax returns for multiple years, the IRS Criminal Investigation Division takes notice. What starts as simple non-compliance can escalate to criminal charges when the government believes the pattern demonstrates intent. Our attorneys defend clients against failure-to-file charges by challenging the government's evidence of willfulness and negotiating resolutions that avoid criminal conviction.

Offshore Tax Evasion and FBAR Violations

Detroit residents with international business interests or foreign accounts face heightened scrutiny from federal tax authorities. The IRS aggressively pursues cases involving unreported foreign income or assets, particularly FBAR (Foreign Bank Account Report) violations.

Our criminal tax defense team has extensive experience with:

• Undisclosed foreign bank accounts
• International tax compliance failures
• FBAR penalty defense
• Voluntary disclosure negotiations

Employment Tax Fraud and Trust Fund Violations

Small business owners across Metro Detroit sometimes fall into trouble by failing to pay employment taxes. The IRS treats this as theft of government funds and pursues these cases with particular vigor. We defend business owners facing trust fund recovery penalties and criminal employment tax charges, often resolving cases through civil settlement rather than criminal prosecution.

Tax Evasion Defense

Tax evasion charges are among the most serious federal offenses. Our Detroit criminal defense lawyers represent clients accused of willfully evading tax assessment or payment. We understand how legitimate business decisions can be misinterpreted as criminal intent, and we work to protect your rights throughout the criminal process by:

• Demonstrating lack of criminal intent
• Challenging the government's financial analysis
• Presenting evidence of good faith tax compliance efforts
• Negotiating reduced charges or alternative resolutions

Tax Fraud and False Statements

From fake deduction allegations to questions about unreported income, our criminal defense attorneys have the experience to challenge evidence, question IRS procedures, and fight for the best possible outcome in tax fraud cases. We defend against charges involving:

• False tax return filing
• Fraudulent deduction claims
• Income concealment allegations
• Material misstatements on tax documents

With over a decade focused exclusively on tax law, we've successfully defended clients throughout Metro Detroit against aggressive criminal tax investigations. We've helped clients avoid devastating criminal penalties, preserve their assets, and avoid prison.

We know exactly how the IRS builds its cases, and precisely how to dismantle them. Call us today at (248) 262-3400.