A new study by Frappe Digital reveals that only one-third of the urban population aged 18-65 would support the controversial law that amnesties tax evasion under one million euros if the amount is paid plus a penalty. Two-thirds, on the other hand, would oppose such a measure.
Key findings:
Gender and education influence support: Women and those with lower or medium education are more likely to support the amnesty compared to men and those with higher education.
Income and support: As income increases, individuals tend to become more opposed to amnesty for evading companies.
Study details:
Sample: 1,071 urban residents aged 18-65
Data collection: Online survey using the Frappe Digital platform and Daedalus Online panel
Background:
Law in question: The Ciucă-Ciolacu law decriminalizes tax evasion under one million euros if the damage is paid.
Initiators: Marcel Ciolacu and Nicolae Ciucă, leaders of the PSD and PNL parties, respectively.
Timeline:
December 2023: The law was initiated and passed through Parliament in just two days.
April 2024: The Constitutional Court rejected challenges to the law.
May 2024: President Klaus Iohannis promulgated the law.
Additional points:
The law allows prosecutors to investigate tax evasion cases under certain conditions.
The amnesty applies if the damage is paid within 30 days of the ANAF inspection or by the first court hearing, regardless of the amount.
For damages paid during the criminal investigation, the penalty is reduced by half.
Reactions:
The law has been met with criticism from various groups, including civil society organizations and opposition parties.
Supporters argue that the law will encourage businesses to come clean and boost the economy.
Opponents argue that the law will allow wealthy individuals and corporations to escape justice and undermine efforts to combat tax evasion.
The amnesty for tax evasion under one million euros remains a contentious issue in Romania, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate. The long-term effects of this law on the economy and society remain to be seen.
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