Can You Really Go to Jail for Not Paying Your Taxes? The Answer May Surprise You

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Missing a tax deadline can leave you with penalties and late fees but going to prison is rarely the first step by the IRS.

Watch out for tax scams. The IRS will never initiate contact via phone or email. If you receive a call or an email claiming to be from the IRS, it's likely a scam.

The IRS will always begin with mailed notices, which include instructions and contact information..