My CPA asked for extensions for the last 3 years and did not file taxes. Who is responsible for penalties, etc.?

jn100738 · ‎June 6, 2019

Who owes penalties when my CPA filed extensions for the last 3 years and did not file returns?

TomD8 · ‎June 6, 2019

The taxpayer is ultimately responsible, but many reputable CPA's will reimburse you for any penalties you incur because of their honest mistake.

If you are assessed penalties through no fault of your own, you can also request abatement by filing IRS Form 843: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f843.pdf

Note that a separate 843 is needed for each tax year involved.

**Answers are correct to the best of my ability but do not constitute tax or legal advice.

TomD8 · ‎June 6, 2019

The taxpayer is ultimately responsible, but many reputable CPA's will reimburse you for any penalties you incur because of their honest mistake.

If you are assessed penalties through no fault of your own, you can also request abatement by filing IRS Form 843: https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/f843.pdf

Note that a separate 843 is needed for each tax year involved.

**Answers are correct to the best of my ability but do not constitute tax or legal advice.

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