Mississippi Tax Laws

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Some say the only sure things in life are death and taxes, which is why it's so important to understand your tax obligations and rights. Welcome to FindLaw's Mississippi tax laws section, with helpful and current information about the Magnolia State's tax laws and rates. Included in this section is a listing of current consumer tax rates on retail sales, cigarettes, gasoline, and liquor; an article explaining your personal income tax obligations in Mississippi; and information about tax fraud and tax evasion; as well as a primer on probate taxes. Click on a link below to learn more about Mississippi tax laws.

Learn About Mississippi Tax Laws

  • Mississippi Consumer Tax Laws

    Overview of Mississippi's various consumer taxes and current rates, including retail sales tax added at the point of sale and excise taxes on items such as cigarettes and liquor.

  • Mississippi Tax Fraud and Tax Evasion Laws

    Information about Mississippi law prohibiting tax evasion, or the failure to pay taxes owed to the state, and tax fraud, a more serious charge involving the use of false information.

  • Mississippi Personal Income Tax Laws

    Basics of Mississippi's personal income tax rates, which are split into three different income-level brackets; who is required to file a return; and links to related resources.

  • Mississippi Probate and Estate Tax Laws

    Rundown of how Mississippi probate laws work, including the payment of probate taxes, with details about how your estate is divided based on surviving family members.

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