Tax Collection
/ˈtæks kəˌlɛkʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) The process by which a government or authority enforces the payment of taxes owed by individuals or entities.
The agency is responsible for the tax collection from all registered businesses.
- (n.) The legal mechanisms and procedures involved in recovering unpaid taxes, including assessments, notices, and enforcement actions.
Tax collection may involve liens or levies to secure payment of delinquent taxes.
Forms
- tax collection
- tax collections
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Commentary
In legal drafting, distinguish between tax collection as a procedural act and as the broader enforcement framework for clarity.
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