IRS Criminal Investigations Division

Introduction to the IRS Criminal Investigations Division

The IRS Criminal Investigation Division is responsible for handling tax cases that are the subject of fraud and misinterpretation of the law. According to the IRS, “Criminal Investigation (CI) serves the American public by investigating potential criminal violations of the Internal Revenue Code and related financial crimes in a manner that fosters confidence in the tax system and compliance with the law.”

The IRS Criminal Investigations Divisions examines potential criminal activity that is specifically related to tax crimes and makes recommendations for prosecution to the United States Department of Justice – Tax Division. As an example, tax fraud cases are typically referred to the IRS Criminal Investigation Division.

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When Tax Investigations Go Criminal

when tax investigations become criminal

When the IRS knocks on your door, it is enough to make you shake in your shoes. A visit from a revenue agent (auditor) or revenue officer (collection) who claims to have detected possible fraud means you are already in hot water.

The steps from suspicion to criminal tax investigation have already taken place, and that IS agent already has enough information to prosecute.

It is also possible that you expected this visit if you or your business have been audited recently by the IRS and you have gleaned from your interaction with the service that they may have found something fishy in the handling of your taxes.

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