Birmingham, AL Lawyers Providing Nationwide Defense for Tax Evasion
It wasn't murder, extortion or bootlegging that brought Al Capone to justice, but tax evasion. When the government cannot prove the crime that brought in the allegedly ill-gotten money, tax fraud is commonly charged.
If you have been approached by IRS investigators or formally charged with tax fraud, contact us immediately at the law firm of Parkman, Adams & White. Even if there is a legitimate explanation, you need experienced legal advice before making any statements.
Attorney Jim Parkman and partners Martin Adams and William White have 50 years of combined experience in criminal defense, including tax crimes. These accomplished lawyers will work with corporations and individuals to secure the best possible outcome through acquittal, dismissal or a favorable plea in tax your tax fraud or tax evasion case in whatever jurisdiction you are located in throughout the United States, both corporate and individual:
- Unreported income
- False returns
- Failure to file returns
- Illegal tax shelters
Tax Fraud Defense
The government may not be able to prove theft, fraud or bribery, but they can prove that you didn't pay income tax if they find the money. We prepare every case for trial, but make every attempt to get charges dismissed, suppress damning evidence, and explain the pros and cons of pleading the case. We also handle criminal appeals of convictions or sentences.
Our clients typically face numerous charges in addition to tax fraud. We represented a doctor in Michigan charged with Medicare fraud. In executing a search warrant, investigators found $600,000 in checks that he hadn't declared as income. With no credible defense to tax evasion — which carried a lengthy prison term — William White negotiated a plea to a less serious count in exchange for dismissal of the tax fraud charge.
Normally, ignorance of the law is no excuse. But under a good faith exception in the U.S. Tax Code, there may be viable defenses:
- You didn't realize you owed a tax debt.
- You didn't know you needed to report income, such as gifts.
- You believed that your accountant or tax preparer had declared the income.
Birmingham, Alambama law firm Parkman, Adams & White explores all possible justifications, and can capably defend you on related white collar crime charges. Call our office at 205-377-4163, toll-free 1-888-663-3101 to arrange a confidential consultation.
