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Tax evasion and compliance; from the neo classical paradigm to behavioural economics, a review

Tax evasion and compliance; from the neo classical paradigm to behavioural economics, a review Purpose – Tax evasion and tax compliance have been popular research subjects for several decades. This paper aims to present a comprehensive review of the literature explaining individual taxpayer's behaviour. Design/methodology/approach – Recognizing Allingham and Sandmo's model as the starting point, important modern behavioural approaches in conjunction with the social disciplines are reviewed. Findings – Synthesis of findings suggests a wide array of factors influencing the tax evasion – tax compliance decision. So far, the most comprehensive explanation incorporating the attributive factors along with their interactions belongs to Kirchler et al. 's “slippery slope framework”. Research limitations/implications – Tax compliance's importance in public finance increases dramatically within the current sovereign debt crisis in the global economic environment. In light of the developments in the front of behavioural economics, further research is needed to validate all hypotheses. Originality/value – The contribution of the present paper lies on the review and categorization of alternative approaches in economic theory, including recent developments and applications within the general scope of behavioral economics. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Journal of Accounting & Organizational Change Emerald Publishing

Tax evasion and compliance; from the neo classical paradigm to behavioural economics, a review

Journal of Accounting & Organizational Change , Volume 10 (2): 19 – May 27, 2014

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Emerald Publishing
Copyright
Copyright © 2014 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
ISSN
1832-5912
DOI
10.1108/JAOC-07-2012-0059
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Abstract

Purpose – Tax evasion and tax compliance have been popular research subjects for several decades. This paper aims to present a comprehensive review of the literature explaining individual taxpayer's behaviour. Design/methodology/approach – Recognizing Allingham and Sandmo's model as the starting point, important modern behavioural approaches in conjunction with the social disciplines are reviewed. Findings – Synthesis of findings suggests a wide array of factors influencing the tax evasion – tax compliance decision. So far, the most comprehensive explanation incorporating the attributive factors along with their interactions belongs to Kirchler et al. 's “slippery slope framework”. Research limitations/implications – Tax compliance's importance in public finance increases dramatically within the current sovereign debt crisis in the global economic environment. In light of the developments in the front of behavioural economics, further research is needed to validate all hypotheses. Originality/value – The contribution of the present paper lies on the review and categorization of alternative approaches in economic theory, including recent developments and applications within the general scope of behavioral economics.

Journal

Journal of Accounting & Organizational ChangeEmerald Publishing

Published: May 27, 2014

Keywords: Ethics; Compliance; Trust; Tax evasion; Taxation; Behavioural economics; Tax morale

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