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Analyzing The Schizoid Agency: Achieving The Proper Balance In Enforcing The Internal Revenue Code, Richard Lavoie
Analyzing The Schizoid Agency: Achieving The Proper Balance In Enforcing The Internal Revenue Code, Richard Lavoie
Akron Tax Journal
The purpose of this article is to examine the considerations that should influence the development of appropriate controversy position standards for the Service. In this regard it is crucial to understand the inherent duality in the Service's role. On one hand it is charged with enforcing the Internal Revenue Code (the "Code"), and as a result it attempts to maximize the collection of all legally owed taxes. On the other, the Service is charged with maintaining the efficient and fair operation of the tax system as a whole. The United States federal income tax system is premised on voluntary taxpayer …