Robert J. DeGroot is a distinguished and experienced New Jersey criminal defense lawyer. It’s important to know that any criminal charge regardless of whether it’s a misdemeanor or felony will have a negative impact and potentially haunt you for years. If you are facing misdemeanor or felony charges in New Jersey or New York, it is critical to have a defense attorney on your side fully capable of defending your rights.

Are you being investigated for federal tax fraud in Newark? Federal tax fraud occurs when the IRS suspects that a taxpayer has intentionally refused to pay lawfully due taxes. This offense has both civil and criminal consequences under the Internal Revenue Code and the United States Code, respectively. The IRS aggressively prosecutes tax fraud because tax revenues are vital to the government’s ability to fund its operations and programs, and strong prosecution is considered a to be a tax-fraud deterrent.

Federal income tax regulations and statutes consist of thousands of pages and are extremely complicated. You may have heard that tax loopholes exist, which serve to further complicate matters. This is a highly specialized area of law requiring extensive research and an attorney who is well-versed in federal tax law. We have a proven track record of cases in which we have defended individuals charged with federal tax fraud. Having an experienced and professional attorney by your side is crucial if you want to prevail.

If you suspect that you may be investigated or if you’re currently being investigated for federal tax fraud in Newark, it’s important that you call us as soon as you can.