What Are the Potential Consequences of an IRS CI Investigation?

Facing scrutiny from IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS CI) is a serious matter. IRS CI investigations can lead to charges for both tax-related and non-tax-related offenses, and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) pursues cases based on evidence uncovered during these investigations when warranted. Boston criminal tax lawyer Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group, has extensive experience representing clients in these high-stakes matters.

While IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS CI) is responsible for investigating suspected criminal violations of the Internal Revenue Code, this is not the full scope of its authority. IRS CI also investigates a wide range of other suspected criminal violations. This includes violations that are not necessarily tax-related.  

As a result, individuals and entities targeted by IRS CI need to execute a proactive, comprehensive, and strategic defense. This starts with engaging experienced legal counsel. Learn more about the risks involved from Boston criminal tax lawyer Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group:

What Federal Charges Can Result from an IRS CI Investigation?

Since IRS CI does not focus solely on investigating tax-related crimes, IRS CI investigations can lead to a wide range of federal charges. This includes (but is by no means limited to):

• Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) and Foreign Account Tax Compliance Act (FATCA) Violations – Individuals and entities can face criminal charges for offshore disclosure violations and various other statutory offenses under the BSA and FATCA.
• Government Fraud – This includes government procurement fraud, fraud under permanent federal programs (i.e., Medicare and Medicaid fraud), and fraud under short-term federal programs (i.e., PPP and ERC fraud).
• Mail Fraud and Wire Fraud – The federal mail fraud and wire fraud statutes are extremely broad, and they allow the DOJ to pursue charges in a wide range of circumstances.
• Money Laundering – The federal money laundering statute is extremely broad as well; and, under the statute, prosecutors can pursue charges against various related and unrelated entities.
• Tax Evasion and Tax Fraud – IRS CI investigations can lead to criminal charges for tax evasion and tax fraud under various provisions of the Internal Revenue Code.

Again, this is just a small sampling. From conspiracy charges to charges for RICO violations and criminal antitrust violations, IRS CI investigations can pose a wide range of other risks as well. All of these charges carry substantial penalties—including substantial fines and federal prison time.

How Thorn Law Group Can Help

The criminal tax lawyers at Thorn Law Group rely on extensive experience to defend clients during and after IRS CI investigations. They also help clients take proactive measures to avoid facing scrutiny from IRS CI when necessary. They serve clients throughout Massachusetts and are available to provide emergency representation when necessary.

Schedule a Call with Boston Criminal Tax Lawyer Kevin E. Thorn

If you need to know more about the risks of facing an IRS CI investigation, we encourage you to contact us promptly. Call 617-692-2989 or contact us online to schedule a confidential consultation with Boston criminal tax lawyer Kevin E. Thorn, Managing Partner of Thorn Law Group.