- The Colorado Department of Revenue issued a letter discussing the sales tax on tips in dining establishments.
- Colorado imposes a sales tax on the amount paid for food or drink served in dining establishments.
- Tips received by employees are generally not subject to sales tax.
- However, if the establishment includes a mandatory service charge or adds a gratuity to the bill, it is considered part of the taxable sales amount.
- The department advises establishments to clearly differentiate between tips and service charges on receipts to avoid confusion.
Source: vitallaw.com
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