Tax Crime - Waterhouse Lawyers - Tax Law Specialists

Tax Crime

The ATO can, and does, regularly prosecute taxpayers for:

  • Failure to Lodge Tax Returns

The ATO frequently prosecutes taxpayers for failure to lodge their tax returns.  This usually occurs after a taxpayer has repeatedly ignored requests by the ATO to lodge their tax returns.

The taxpayer will be fined according to the number of outstanding tax returns including BASs. 30 outstanding returns can attract a maximum fine of approximately $300,000.

If you are represented, your lawyer may be able to significantly reduce this amount.  Depending on the circumstances, Waterhouse Lawyers has been able to reduce the fine to as little as $500.

However, the more serious consequence of failing to lodge a tax return is that this is a criminal charge and if you are convicted you will have a criminal record.  Waterhouse Lawyers has successfully pleaded mitigating circumstances which have resulted in a “no conviction recorded” result.

  • Taxpayer fraud

A criminal charge of tax fraud is extremely serious.  A taxpayer could end up in jail if a conviction of fraud is upheld.

For these reasons, a taxpayer should engage in legal representation the moment the ATO commences legal proceedings.

Waterhouse Lawyers are experienced tax litigators and available 24/7 to assist.

Need tax help?

We are here to help when your tax or superannuation affairs become overwhelming.

We can liaise with the ATO if you are being audited; obtain a payment plan for a tax debt; and represent you in a tax court case.

Need tax help?

We are here to help when your tax or superannuation affairs become overwhelming.

We can liaise with the ATO if you are being audited; obtain a payment plan for a tax debt; and represent you in a tax court case.

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What a relief

Tania, I am so very grateful for all your help over the past few months. Things turned out as I had hoped, but much better than expected. My sister will also be happy because she was concerned for me.

Thank you, thank you and thanks again. I just let out a huge exhale for I was almost holding my breath.

Of course I will be pleased to recommend you to others.

Lisa B—April 2015

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I am grateful to Tania who has offered her assistance.

Tanis’s free of cost consultation has proved that ‘yes ‘there are human beings who helped others in this materialistic world.

No wonder Tania you are highly professional and very kind hearted individual. My entire family is grateful to you. My words are not scripted it’s a real time experience of ordinary individual who is not representing any corporation or business enterprise.

Keith T—May 2018

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I searched for a long time for responsive, knowledgeable tax advice.  I finally found it with Waterhouse Lawyers.

I had very technical matters to address, and Tania Waterhouse invested many more hours than I paid for, and successfully resolved the issues.  I am very happy with the outcome.

Equally valuable was the personal touch Tania brought to our interactions.  I will use Waterhouse Lawyers’ services for all my future needs.

I unreservedly recommend them for any taxation matters.

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Reid M—July 2016

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I appreciate tremendously the advice and reassurance you gave me when I saw you . I never thought I could find help like that from anyone.

It was a pleasure meeting you and your staff.

Rita B—December 2017

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