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What Are the Consequences of Federal Tax Evasion Charges?

Federal tax evasion under 26 U.S.C. § 7201 carries up to five years in federal prison and a fine of up to $100,000 per count for an individual. Each tax year can lead to a separate count, which increases the potential sentence.

A conviction also brings restitution for unpaid taxes, penalties, and interest, along with the costs of prosecution and supervised release after prison. The final sentence depends heavily on the tax-loss amount, use of shell companies or offshore accounts, false documents, destruction of records, and other alleged efforts to conceal income or assets.

A federal tax conviction can also damage professional licenses, employment opportunities, immigration status, and personal reputation. Early defense work matters because the case often begins long before an arrest.

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Drugs found in a shared car sometimes lead to charges against multiple occupants. Your defense lawyer should examine any possession presumption prosecutors invoke, its exceptions, and evidence concerning knowledge and access. Matthew Cohan and his team review the drugs’ location, vehicle ownership, police reports, and video footage to challenge the allegations against you.

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Contact a federal criminal defense lawyer promptly and preserve details about the stop, search, warrant, consent request, and firearm seizure. Your attorney will examine the officers’ legal grounds and assess whether a motion to suppress is appropriate. The Law Offices of Matthew Cohan reviews search-and-seizure issues and challenges evidence obtained in violation of clients’ rights.

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The Law Offices of Matthew Cohan handles most employment cases on contingency, meaning attorney fees depend on recovering compensation through settlement or verdict. Arrangements vary by claim, so ask how your agreement handles fees and case expenses, including if there is no recovery. The firm represents employees only and offers a free confidential consultation to discuss your case.

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