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Tax Fraud

Tax fraud is an intentional and illegal attempt to defraud the IRS. Learn more about critical tax topics like tax fraud, tax evasion, and tax avoidance.

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Form 211: Application for Award for Original Information Definition
Form 211 is an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) form for informants to submit, reporting those who are evading taxes, to receive an award.
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