Word count: 962. AS LAW -JUDICIAL PRECEDENT 4 star(s) The judgement can be divided into two areas; Ratio Decidendi which is the reason behind the decision. This is part of the judgement that sets out the core of the decision and the reason behind it. It is part of a decision which a future case must be decided by.
Prizes are considered taxable income regardless of whether the prize is in the form of cash, trips or merchandise. If you win a prize valued over $600, the sweepstakes or contest sponsor must report the value to you and the Internal Revenue Service on a Form 1099-MISC.Youâre still supposed to report and pay tax on prizes under $600.f you win a prize valued over $600, the sweepstakes or contest sponsor must report the value to you and the Internal Revenue Service on a Form 1099-MISC. Youâre still supposed to report and pay tax on prizes under $600.
Prize money and winnings from writing competitions are a taxable source of income. Well, I assumed (wrongly) that any money received as a prize is not subject to tax.The prize money received is treated as a professional receipt as you entered the competitions of your own accord so should be included on your self employed schedule for this source of income. As the prize is taxable then the competition entry fees will be an allowable expense against such income.â.