10/21/2026
Could an IRS audit lead to criminal charges?
Yes, but not every tax mistake is a crime.
One of our clients had his audit referred to IRS Criminal Investigation after failing to file returns and pay payroll taxes.
We helped demonstrate that his actions were not willful, and his case was returned to a regular civil audit. He still has tax issues to resolve, but the criminal investigation is no longer the immediate concern. If you are facing an IRS audit, don't wait for the situation to become more serious.
Read more:https://tomeslaw.com/can-an-irs-audit-turn-into-a-criminal-investigation/