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Arizona Voluntary Compliance Initiative

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Type of Program:
Voluntary Compliance Initiative
When:
Program ended on April 1, 2005.
Who Can Apply:
Any individual or business that participated in a tax shelter and did not disclose the tax shelter on their Arizona tax return.
Relief Provided:
Waives additional penalties for full payment by May 13, 2005.
Requirements:
Submit Voluntary Compliance Initiative application (Form AZ-VCI) and an amended state and federal tax return by April 1, 2005. Full payment of additional taxes and interest by May 13, 2005, or set up an installment agreement.
What if I don't participate:
Taxpayers risk being discovered by Arizona's normal compliance process. Taxpayers, if discovered, will be subject to penalties of up to 75% for participating in undisclosed tax shelter arrangements.
Program does not apply to:
Individuals or businesses who have not filed an Arizona tax return. If you have not filed a return, you need to apply for tax relief under the Arizona Voluntary Disclosure Program.
Website:
Arizona Voluntary Compliance Initiative
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