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UUser_632bf6ef
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January 27, 2025 at 6:14 pmHi everyone, I’m in need of some advice regarding a situation my family is facing, and I’m hoping someone can guide me.Back in 2016-2017, my father borrowed money from my aunt, who withdrew the amount and gave it to us in cash. A few months later, during the demonetization period, my father repaid my aunt ₹10 lakh, which she deposited back into her account at that time.
Fast forward a few years, and after missing some notices sent to my aunt, the Income Tax Department has now imposed a fine of nearly ₹13 lakh on the transaction. Under the DTVSV Scheme, they’re asking us to settle the case by paying around ₹9 lakh (which includes unofficial “bribes”).
We’re stuck deciding between two options:
a) Pay the amount and move on with a peaceful life.
b) Hire a good lawyer or CA, which could cost around ₹3 lakh (with no guarantee of winning), and fight the case to prove the legitimacy of the transaction.I’d really appreciate hearing your thoughts or advice. What would be the wisest course of action in this situation?
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SSmartlion9750
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January 27, 2025 at 6:22 pmI would have opted peace but in your case its too costly so better fight-
UUser_632bf6ef
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January 27, 2025 at 6:24 pmThe deadline is 31st jan I’m still thinking what the right thing to do would be.-
SSmartlion9750
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January 27, 2025 at 6:30 pmMy advice to you is put that 7 lakh in fd and hire a lawyer..you will get approx 12-13 k as intrest per quarter..make sure that if the lawyer is unable to win then atleast stretch it for years ..7 lakh will be 11 lakh in 5 years ..🥲-
BBravenupur8528
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January 27, 2025 at 8:11 pmInterest and penalty also increases. Did you forget to factor that?-
SSmartlion9750
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January 29, 2025 at 8:18 amI agree…but he can give it a shot atleast
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VVimalowl309
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January 27, 2025 at 8:53 pmIf you wish to discuss, feel free to reach out.
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RRamyatiger530
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January 27, 2025 at 6:24 pmAs a CA Article think you can fight with Assessing Officer and prove the transaction’s nature-
RRamyatiger530
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January 27, 2025 at 6:25 pmHave seen few cases like these with bribes we can settle it
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VVimalowl309
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January 27, 2025 at 8:52 pmLawyer from delhi here!Legal battles would be an advisable way to proceed.
From the basic facts you have a pretty strong case.-
UUser_558b52e4
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January 28, 2025 at 1:33 amMy lawyer said the same thing and after digesting 6 digit fees he is coming and saying “order has been passed without hearing our side” , do you want to fight further.Never go legal. Pay money think you were robbed or mugged. Pain is not worth it. Legal system is in shambles here
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VVimalowl309
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January 28, 2025 at 2:51 amYou made the mistake of hiring the wrong lawyer.-
UUser_558b52e4
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January 28, 2025 at 3:38 amI agree. Same idea was pitched when a doctor amputated wrong arm 🤔. Interestingly both lawyer and doctor were certified but cannot be tried for negligence of duty.
Once burnt twice shy. Don’t get involved with court is a popular advice from elders since aeons.-
VVimalowl309
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January 28, 2025 at 4:16 amDon’t know what to say, you are a victim of a corrupt system, which is producing such incompetent professionals or bad choices? -
PPrimerajkumar8636
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January 28, 2025 at 9:13 am5% rule applies. Only 5% people in their field are actually good. 95% are dog shit. 5% doctors are great, 95% are dog shite. 5% lawyers, CA, engineers Yada Yada. Everyone else is dog shite.-
UUser_fc561668
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January 28, 2025 at 2:13 pmBravo -
UUser_52568ffd
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January 28, 2025 at 6:17 pmThat’s 95% correct!
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UUser_7d490e94
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January 27, 2025 at 11:01 pmyou’ll still need the computation sheet to go to Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishvas Scheme, which you’ll need to get from the ITO before 31st January deadline. -
UUser_57fed2fe
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January 28, 2025 at 1:38 amAs far as I know it’s illegal to borrow and repay more than 2lakhs in cash. Does your order have a mention of section 269 ss or st? Please check with a proper charted accountant. This is not a lawyer work atleast until case reaches high court level. Right now you are probably before the commisioner appeals or tribunal. Here a chartered accountant is a better fit. You can negotiate the fees with one as a percentage of demand. Still better check with qualified professionals. -
UUser_c76b00cf
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January 28, 2025 at 2:26 amPlease check with a CA or lawyer who is into direct tax litigation.
Nothing can be said unless and until the copy of the assessment order is seen. -
FFierceanirudh9723
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January 28, 2025 at 3:07 amYou do understand that you can’t give or take loan in cash? Your story is not believable. Why could your aunt not do a bank transfer? Why she had to withdraw and give it to your father? And when he had to return the loan why did he not use banking channel? There is no way AO or even ITAT will believe this story. But if you do accept it as cash loan and settle the matter please check if new notices will be issued for cash loan. Never give any submission about it being a loan. A CA or lawyer can advise better but I don’t think you have a case. Better to pay the penalty and close the matter. -
LLuckydivya2970
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January 28, 2025 at 3:11 amWhat could be the repercussions if you do sting operation on those corrupt income tax officers? -
MMegapanther4382
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January 28, 2025 at 3:44 amRecord them asking for bribe -
PPrimepanda2774
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January 28, 2025 at 4:37 amGo legal. Even if you’ve to settle it eventually, the lawyer/ CA will be able to settle for much less.Source: I’m a CA.
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JJatinbro508
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January 28, 2025 at 5:49 amHi, I’m a direct tax lawyer based in Delhi. As some people here have pointed out, nothing concrete about your case can be said without seeing the actual documents because one would need to know the specific nuances of your case. I’d be happy to have a look. -
UUser_0c3c37ce
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January 28, 2025 at 1:54 pmNever go for a tax lawyer in revenue departments. Better opt for a CA since you have withdrawal records as a contra to your deposits. -
UUser_fc561668
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January 28, 2025 at 2:14 pmPeace over anything…
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