More than one way to skin a cat? High Court considers SARS’ power to issue reduced assessments
by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr Introduction Under Section 93 of the Tax AdministrationTax authorities are fundamental institutions within government frameworks, overseeing tax assessmentA tax assessment is a formal determination made by a tax authority to calculate the amount of tax an individual or entity owes. It is a comprehensive evaluation based on financial records, declared income, expenses, deductions, and any applicable tax laws or regulations. Tax assessments may arise from routine self-assessments by taxpayers, or they may be conducted by revenue authorities..., collection, and administration.