Top lawyer: Tax fines are being handed out as if they were speeding tickets

Pay the fine and plead guilty and you will avoid a public trial. These types of tax fines are increasing in number. Lawyer asks minister to intervene. Citizens’ legal rights are being violated. Board rejects criticism.

Maybe you’ve also tried to get caught by the police speed camera. If you’ve driven faster than the speed limit, you’ll automatically be sent photo documentation of your offense and an associated fine.

And if you can accept the fine, the case is settled. Then both you and the authorities will avoid a potentially costly lawsuit. Simple, easy and uncomplicated in a type of case where there is little doubt about guilt and misconduct.