Houston, Texas Criminal Tax Investigations Attorney
The Criminal Investigations Division (CID) is the law enforcement arm of the Internal Revenue Service. They investigate tax and other financial crimes. Unlike tax audits, where taxpayers are notified prior to the commencement of the investigation, once you are contacted by CID, the investigation is typically well underway.
CID employs about 2,700 Special Agents in investigating potentially criminal cases1. They generally initiate contact either by visiting taxpayers at their home or business or by issuing a summons to schedule an interview. If you are contacted by a CID Special Agent, you should contact an attorney immediately.
CID is highly effective at developing cases which result in convictions. Of the approximately 4,100 investigations initiated in 2009, about 2,600 were referred to the US Attorney for prosecution. Indictments were returned on approximately 2,300 of those cases, resulting in 2,200 convictions1. Over 50% of the investigations initiated resulted in convictions.
At Hammond Law Group, PLLC, we have a proven track record of successfully preventing taxpayers under criminal investigation from being recommended for prosecution. Contact us today for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Our primary goal is to create a shield between you and the IRS to protect your rights and prevent criminal liability and serious penalties, including fines and jail time. You should consult with an attorney rather than a financial planner or accountant if you are under criminal tax investigation. Only an attorney can protect your legal rights and prevent criminal liability.
Contact The Hammond Law Group, PLLC to schedule a free consultation at our Houston, Texas office. Our lawyers offer strategic advocacy in criminal tax investigations, involving IRS disputes, tax evasion, or tax fraud. Se habla español.
