Delaware Tax Laws

While no one enjoys paying taxes, they are a crucial source of revenue for state and local governments, shared public resources, and special programs.

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FindLaw's section on Delaware's tax laws includes information about income taxes, such as the percentage of taxation corresponding to various income brackets, and other forms of taxation within the state. For instance, Delaware is unique in that it doesn't collect a set amount of sales tax at the point of purchase, but rather a $75 annual fee from residents plus a small percentage of gross receipts. Other topics include Delaware tax fraud and tax evasion laws, and estate taxes. Click on a link below to learn more.

Learn About Delaware Tax Laws

  • Delaware Consumer Tax Laws

    Explanation and listing of the various consumer taxes levied in Delaware, including taxes on cigarettes, gasoline, alcoholic beverages, and the state's annual fee in lieu of a sales tax.

  • Delaware Tax Fraud and Tax Evasion Laws

    The basics of Delaware's statutes prohibiting tax fraud and tax evasion, in which a taxpayer either refuses to pay their legally required share of taxes or files a fraudulent return.

  • Delaware Personal Income Tax Laws

    How the state of Delaware levies personal income tax on its residents, including the different tax brackets correlating to various income levels and which types of income are taxable.

  • Delaware Probate and Estate Tax Laws

    Overview of Delaware's probate and estate tax laws, which generally apply to the families of those who have passed away, including the regulations affecting surviving spouses and next-of-kin.

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