Core Viewpoint - The article clarifies common misconceptions regarding tax obligations related to invoicing and emphasizes that tax liabilities exist regardless of whether invoices are issued or not [5][7]. Group 1: Misconceptions about Invoicing and Taxation - Misconception 1: Not issuing an invoice means no tax is owed. Tax must be declared and paid if taxable activities occur, regardless of invoice issuance [5]. - Misconception 2: Issuing an invoice always requires tax payment. Certain exemptions apply, allowing for the issuance of regular invoices without tax liability [7]. - Misconception 3: Invoice amounts can be adjusted based on customer requests. Altering invoice amounts is illegal and can lead to criminal charges [9]. - Misconception 4: Taxpayers can issue invoices beyond their business scope. Invoices can be issued for real transactions regardless of the business license's scope [13]. Group 2: Special Cases and Regulations - Small-scale taxpayers can issue special invoices since February 1, 2020, with some exceptions [17]. - Small-scale taxpayers with monthly sales not exceeding 100,000 yuan (quarterly 300,000 yuan) cannot issue special invoices if they opt for tax exemption [18][19].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the process for taxpayers to resolve their status as "non-compliant taxpayers" in the new electronic tax system, emphasizing the importance of timely tax declaration and compliance with tax obligations [2][4]. Group 1: Definition and Implications of Non-Compliant Taxpayers - Non-compliant taxpayers are those who fail to declare taxes for three consecutive months, leading to automatic classification as non-compliant by the tax system, which results in the suspension of invoice usage and potential tax collection actions [2][3]. - Tax authorities will pursue tax payments and penalties from non-compliant taxpayers according to tax collection laws [3]. Group 2: Steps to Resolve Non-Compliant Status - To restore compliance, taxpayers must rectify their overdue declarations, pay any penalties, and submit the necessary tax declarations [4]. - After the cancellation of non-compliant status, previously suspended invoices and documents will be restored to normal status, allowing for regular business operations [5]. Group 3: Operational Steps in the New Electronic Tax System - Taxpayers can initiate the resolution process by logging into the new electronic tax system and navigating to the "non-compliant status resolution" feature [6]. - The first step involves submitting a batch zero declaration for applicable tax types under the "tax declaration and payment" section [7]. - If there are unresolved issues, the system will prompt the taxpayer with details, allowing them to address any overdue declarations or violations [9]. - If no unresolved issues exist, the system will confirm the successful cancellation of non-compliant status, enabling the download of the relevant notification document [10]. - For non-compliant statuses established before December 20, 2022, taxpayers must visit the tax service hall for resolution [12].

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of compliance with tax regulations and the severe consequences of tax evasion, highlighting that hiding income and submitting false tax declarations can lead to significant penalties and legal repercussions [3][4]. Group 1: Tax Evasion Consequences - Tax evasion, such as concealing income through family accounts and submitting false declarations, is classified as a violation of tax laws [3][4]. - The penalties for tax evasion include the recovery of unpaid taxes, late fees, and fines ranging from 50% to five times the amount of unpaid taxes [4]. Group 2: Legal Framework - According to the Tax Collection and Administration Law of the People's Republic of China, actions like falsifying accounts or failing to report income constitute tax evasion [4]. - The law stipulates that tax authorities have the right to pursue unpaid taxes and impose fines on individuals found guilty of tax evasion [4].