Delaware § 1114 - Abatements.
Full text of Delaware Delaware Code § 1114 — Abatements., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1114. Abatements.
(a) The Commissioner is authorized to abate the unpaid portion of the assessment of any tax, interest, penalty, additional amount or addition to the tax, or any liability in respect thereof, which is:
(1) Excessive in amount;
(2) Assessed after the expiration of the period of limitations properly applicable thereto; or
(3) Erroneously or illegally assessed.
(b) The Commissioner is authorized to abate any portion (whether or not theretofore paid) of the assessment of any tax, interest, penalty, additional amount or additions to the tax, or any liability in respect thereof, if the Commissioner determines under uniform rules prescribed by the Commissioner that the administration and collection costs involved would not warrant collection of the amount due.
72 Del. Laws, c. 15, § 17;Frequently Asked Questions About Delaware § 1114
What does Delaware Code § 1114 cover?
Section 1114 ("Abatements.") is part of the Delaware Code, the codified statutory law of Delaware. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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