RMO No. 26-2001: Amends the procedures in the review and reporting of tax fraud cases recommended for criminal prosecution

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Summary

RMO No. 26-2001 amends RMO No. 62-99 on the procedures for reviewing and reporting tax fraud cases recommended for criminal prosecution.

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Key points

  1. Review of investigation reports. The Enforcement Service reviews all reports of investigation, subject to final approval by the Office of the Commissioner.
  2. Reports recommending prosecution. For reports recommending criminal prosecution for tax fraud or evasion, the Prosecution Division makes an initial review within 15 days from receipt. It determines whether the evidence is relevant and sufficient to support the criminal charges before the Preliminary Assessment Notice is issued.

Who is affected

  • Enforcement Service
  • Prosecution Division

Deadlines and effectivity

  • Initial review: within 15 days from receipt by the Prosecution Division

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