How can a taxpayer respond if they disagree with an inspection finding?

• A. Ignore the finding and wait for another audit.
• B. Lodge an objection with supporting evidence, request a review or appeal within deadlines.
• C. Request a re-check by emailing the inspector with no deadlines.
• D. Accept the decision and file no further action.

Answer: (B)

When you don’t agree with an inspection finding, the proper path is to use the formal dispute process: lodge an objection, provide supporting evidence, and request a review or appeal within the applicable deadlines. This process is designed to ensure your case is re-examined with the facts you present, and it gives you a clear route to have the decision reconsidered. You would typically explain why you believe the finding is incorrect, attach relevant documents or calculations, and state what outcome you’re seeking. The review can involve the tax authority re-assessing the finding, and if needed, it may lead to an independent review or appeal through a tribunal or court.

Missing the deadlines or skipping the formal objection can forfeit your right to challenge the decision and may allow the finding to become final. Simply emailing for a re-check or accepting the decision does not provide the structured opportunity to present new evidence, have the decision formally reviewed, and potentially adjust the outcome.