FAQs for Indian Tribal Governments regarding Computing Payroll Deductions
These frequently asked questions and answers are provided for general information only and should not be cited as any type of legal authority. They are designed to provide the user with information required to respond to general inquiries. Due to the uniqueness and complexities of Indian law and Federal tax law, it is imperative to ensure a full understanding of the specific question presented, and to perform the requisite research to ensure a correct response is provided.
- How do we know how much federal income tax to withhold from an employee's wages?
- Can an employee claim "exempt" on Form W-4? What are my responsibilities as an employer when an employee has claimed "exempt"?
- Can an employer withhold taxes if a Form W-4 is never completed and handed in?
- We received a Form W-4 with nothing entered in the number of withholding exemptions. How should we handle this?
For questions on any tribal tax matter, please e-mail us. Be sure to include your name, your phone number and your email address so that we can respond to your question.