[Atlas Sneezed]

No, the IRS will build its case against you without needing you to incriminate yourself . . . this is simply the IRS’ way of warning you that, if you plan on doing something it thinks is shady, be prepared to defend yourself.

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All the IRS needs to do is say you knowingly overstated your deductions 8 years ago. You have tossed all the supporting evidence, and have no way to counter the fraud charge.

[1rudeboy]

All the IRS needs to do is say you knowingly overstated your deductions 8 years ago.

Not "say," but prove. Beyond a reasonable doubt. In federal court.