May 2009

The State of Hawaii Department of Taxation (“DOTAX”) announced that it is offering a “Tax Fresh Start Program”, running from May 27, 2009 through June 26, 2009. The program provides an opportunity for eligible taxpayers to pay their back taxes to the state while avoiding penalties and potentially avoiding referral for criminal prosecution. It also offers a 50% reduction in interest from the statutory rate of 8% per annum to 4% per annum. The program is available to all eligible taxpayers owing eligible Hawaii tax(es) for any taxable period ending…