There have been numerous claims that the 16th Amendment, which grants Congress the power to collect income taxes, was never properly ratified by the required number of states. However, this claim has been thoroughly debunked by legal experts and the courts have consistently upheld the amendment's validity.
No, refusing to pay income tax is a violation of federal law and can result in penalties and even criminal charges. The legality of the 16th Amendment has been upheld by the Supreme Court and it is the responsibility of all citizens to pay their taxes.
No, there is no credible evidence to support the claim that income tax is unconstitutional. The 16th Amendment was added to the Constitution through the proper ratification process and has been consistently upheld by the courts. Additionally, the power to collect taxes is granted to Congress by the Constitution.
If you have paid income tax in the past, you are not eligible to file for a refund based on the claim that the 16th Amendment is illegal. The government does not recognize this claim and any attempts to file for a refund on this basis will likely be denied.
No, there are currently no active legal challenges against the 16th Amendment. While there have been attempts in the past to challenge its validity, these have been consistently rejected by the courts. The amendment remains a valid and integral part of the Constitution.