North Carolina DOR News

North Carolina Tax Filing Deadline April 15

The North Carolina Department of Revenue issued a press release on April 7, 2026, reminding taxpayers that state individual income tax returns are due by April 15, 2026. The notice advises taxpayers to file electronically or by mail with proper postmark, pay any taxes owed by the deadline, and consider requesting an extension if unable to file on time.

Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement of State Property

A Rowan County businesswoman, Melissa Anne Fleming, pleaded guilty to embezzling approximately $123,756.53 in North Carolina Sales Tax. She was sentenced to a suspended prison term and ordered to pay restitution.

NCDOR Notice on USPS Postmark Changes Affecting Tax Filings

The N.C. Department of Revenue has issued a notice regarding changes to USPS postmark issuance, which may affect the timely filing of tax documents. Taxpayers are advised to request manual postmarks at retail locations to ensure their acceptance date is officially recorded.

NC Revenue Begins Processing Tax Returns and Refunds

The North Carolina Department of Revenue (NCDOR) has begun processing 2025 Individual Income Tax returns. Taxpayers can expect to receive refunds starting the week of March 9, 2026, via mail and direct deposit. The department encourages electronic filing for security and efficiency.

Mecklenburg County Businessman Charged with Embezzling State Sales Tax

The North Carolina Department of Revenue has arrested Prakash Mehta for allegedly embezzling approximately $200,902 in state sales tax. Mehta, president of Shivam, Inc., faces felony tax charges and was released on a $100,000 bond.

NCDOR Guidance on Rounding Cash Transactions

The North Carolina Department of Revenue has published a directive to guide retailers on how to round cash transactions. This guidance is in response to the United States Mint suspending the production of pennies.