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Recent News about IRS Enforcement

California man charged with tax evasion after creating internet start-up scam -- Tax evaders are finding new and intricate ways to cheat the system as is evidenced in the recent sentencing of a California man on charges of evading federal income taxes.
Internal Revenue Service warns of tax fraud committed via email -- Predatory individuals who are constantly looking for ways to dodge income taxes and increase refunds are facing further resistance from the Internal Revenue Service.
Employees of a Gary, Indiana, tax preparation company charged with alleged tax fraud -- Consumers looking to tax preparers for their filing purposes may want to think twice, as reports of fraudulent tax preparation services continue to surface.
Atlanta man sentenced to prison for stealing identities, filing false tax returns -- Using stolen identities to file income taxes and obtain bogus refunds is considered fraud, and the Internal Revenue Service continues to crack down on it in a big way.
East Bay prison inmate charged in tax fraud scheme, receives more prison time -- The Internal Revenue Service continues to find prison inmates breaking the law behind bars, with a recent investigation unearthing tax fraud in East Bay that yielded three plea deals.
Baltimore bail bondsman sentenced to prison for tax and wire fraud -- Citizens who attempt to defraud the federal government by cheating on their income taxes continue to be a priority for the Internal Revenue Service.
Miami contractor sentenced to prison for filing falsified employment tax returns -- The Internal Revenue Service is no stranger to prosecuting tax fraud committed by underreported or non-existent income taxes, but false employment tax returns are also on its radar.
Hercules man convicted of tax fraud, faces jail time and fines -- A California man has been convicted by a federal jury of tax fraud, but that isn't the whole of his problems.
Denver woman changes plea in tax evasion case -- A new development has been made in the case against a Denver madam responsible for operating a high-end escort service while allegedly cheating the federal government out of income taxes.
Kentucky man sentenced to prison for tax fraud, lying to the Internal Revenue Service -- It's been said that death and income taxes are the only two guarantees in life and the Internal Revenue Service has set out to make sure the second part of that equation stays that way.
Internal Revenue Service provides crash course to students about the importance of income taxes -- While most tax fraud and other illegal tax activity is committed by adults, the Internal Revenue Service is nipping the issue in the bud by reaching out to young people about the importance of properly filing federal income taxes.
Michigan attorney and wife await sentencing on tax evasion charges -- The rich and powerful continue to attempt to sidestep the Internal Revenue Service when it comes to filing federal income taxes and continue to get caught for their troubles.
Internal Revenue Service looking for solutions to income tax discrepancies -- The Internal Revenue Service is facing a dilemma as inaccurate and under-reported income taxes are mounting to numbers never before seen and the result is costing the federal government billions of dollars.
Longtime payroll specialist sentenced to prison on tax evasion charges -- A California woman who attempted to defraud the federal government recently received a 30-month federal prison sentence for tax evasion and failure to pay income taxes.
South Carolina woman pleads guilty to tax preparation fraud -- Tax payers should continue to be weary of tax preparers as yet another has been sniffed out and brought to justice by the Internal Revenue Service for manipulating federal income taxes.
Mother-daughter tax preparers sued by Department of Justice -- The mother-daughter relationship ideally doesn't involve criminal activity but that was just the case for two Louisiana women recently sued by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Montana man sentenced in tax fraud case stemming from accounting business -- Tax fraud cases continue to pile up despite the offseason, with a Montana man receiving a sentence of one year in prison after pleading guilty to preparing false tax returns that saved his clients thousands in income taxes.
Alabama tax preparer sentenced in tax fraud case -- Furthering the trend of Alabama citizens getting in hot water with the Internal Revenue Service over their income taxes, a Montgomery man was recently sentenced to 54 months in prison on tax fraud charges.
Husband of former Florida politician sentenced to prison for tax evasion -- The husband of a local politician in Florida has been sentenced to 10 months in federal prison for failing to pay income taxes.
Alleged identity theft and tax fraud ring busted by Georgia authorities -- Members of an alleged tax return fraud and identity theft ring have been indicted by authorities in Twiggs County, Georgia.
U.S. authorities pushing for more foreign cooperation on tax evasion cases -- The Internal Revenue Service has its hands full in dealing with U.S. taxpayers committing tax fraud and evasion on its own soil, and is getting little help from foreign governments in regulating offshore tax crimes, according to a Moneylife report.
Wisconsin neurosurgeon indicted for alleged tax fraud -- A Wisconsin man has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly committing tax fraud by hiding money from the Internal Revenue Service.
Ohio auditor to be sentenced for filing false income tax return, bank fraud -- Kay Rogers, a former auditor for Butler County in Ohio, will receive sentencing next month on charges of defrauding National City Bank out of $4 million and for tax evasion.
Former California social worker sentenced to 46 months in prison for tax fraud -- A former L.A. County social worker who helped determine whether those in need should pursue welfare or receive other public aid, was recently sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for filing fraudulent fake tax returns returns of income taxes.
Alabama a hotbed for tax fraud activity -- U.S. taxpayers have from when they receive their W-2's in January to the tax filing deadline in April to stress about what is commonly referred to as "tax season." But that doesn't mean the off season is completely quiet in tax-related activity.
Virginia man pleads guilty to tax fraud, bank loan scam -- A Virginia Beach man has pleaded guilty to theft resulting from a bank loan scam as well as filing false returns on his income taxes, according to a story published by the Virginian-Pilot.
State and local governments receive help in reducing tax fraud -- Two entities are teaming up to initiate a program that which aims to benefit state and local governments in identifying fraud while increasing revenue, by placing a greater emphasis on tax awareness of taxes.
Former New York attorney charged with evading income taxes -- A disbarred New York lawyer has pleaded guilty to tax evasion after an investigation revealed he used an offshore account to stash more than $26 million he did not want the Internal Revenue Service knowing about.
Georgia house speaker dealt tax lien by county commissioner -- A prominent fixture in Georgia state government has been dealt a tax lien by the tax commissioner of Dawson County after property owned by his wife was found to be behind on taxes, according to an Associated Press story published on the Ledger-Enquirer.com.
Former Texas state representative to be released after serving prison sentence -- The fallout from the largest corruption investigation in the history of Dallas, Texas, continues as a former state representative who pleaded guilty to tax fraud is about to finish her one-year prison sentence, according to the Dallas News.
Boston man evades income taxes, pleads guilty to tax evasion charges -- A Brookline, Massachusetts, ophthalmologist has pleaded guilty to charges of obstruction of a tax audit as well as tax evasion charges when an investigation revealed he had evaded paying an estimated $800,000 in income taxes, according to a story published on Boston.com.
Missouri woman charged along with son in mail tax fraud scheme -- Mother-son relationships are oftentimes a positive force, but one O'Fallon, Missouri, woman used that relationship to allegedly launder money and commit mail fraud[, leading] which has led to her indictment.
Illinois man indicted by federal grand jury on tax fraud charges -- The Internal Revenue Service is not shy about cracking down on those who attempt to defraud the federal government, as one Breese, Illinois, man can now attest to.
Bronx tax preparers charged with income tax refund scheme, threatening IRS agents -- Four employees at tax preparation service, 420 Multiservices, located in Bronx, New York, were recently charged with allegedly filing fraudulent returns on federal income taxes, as well as threatening Internal Revenue Service agents.
California man charged with theft after receiving the wrong tax refund -- Most tax fraud cases are the result of citizens knowingly misleading or falsifying returns of their income taxes to the Internal Revenue Service.
Belarusian national living in Massachusetts receives jail sentence for tax fraud scheme -- An elaborate tax fraud scheme concocted by a Belarusian national living in Nantucket, Massachusetts, has been sniffed out and successfully prosecuted by the Internal Revenue Service.
Former U.S. Army officials charged with allegedly conspiring to defraud U.S. -- Two former contracting officials with the U.S. Army have been charged with multiple counts of alleged tax fraud and making false statements to the U.S. government, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Illinois inmate pleads guilty to filing falsified tax returns in nine states -- Those who attempt to defraud the government by filing false returns on their income taxes usually end up finding themselves locked up. But one Illinois man who was already locked up, still found a way to defraud the government.
Two Florida accountants found guilty of preparing fraudulent tax returns, other offenses -- Two former public accountants in Florida have been found guilty of conspiracy to defraud, illegal monetary transactions, and conspiracy to commit wire fraud following an Internal Revenue Service investigation, the U.S. Attorney's Office states.
Chicago politician receives tax lien for unpaid income taxes, Chicago Tribune reports -- The Chicago politician responsible for maintaining federal income tax liens and mortgage foreclosure notification records has been brought up on charges of failing to pay income taxes, according to a story in the Chicago Tribune.
Former general manager to late Michael Jackson pleads guilty to tax evasion -- "The King of Pop" Michael Jackson is one of the most successful and influential American figures of all-time. A lot of individuals made money off his success and one, Raymone Bain, has pleaded guilty to tax evasion, according to newswire reports.
Santa Monica man allegedly filed income tax returns citing fake charity donations -- Tax incentives for those who generously donate to charity is a welcome commodity but those who abuse it end up on the bad side of the IRS just like one Santa Monica man is finding out.
California woman sentenced for failing to file income taxes, other tax fraud charges -- Beatris Condomina, a Golden Gate, California woman who was indicted on 14 charges of tax fraud in April 2009 was recently sentenced to five years probation and supervised release, according to a story published in the Naples Daily News.
Kansas City woman receives three year prison sentence for tax evasion -- Failure to pay income taxes can get anyone in hot water but evading the IRS while also being a person of interest in an ongoing murder investigation is a recipe for disaster.
Former Texas business comptroller charged with tax crimes -- The former comptroller for the Watermark Group, a San Antonio, Texas, business, was recently charged with multiple tax-related crimes.
Four convicted in Manhattan federal court for running tax shelter -- Paul M. Daugerdas, a Wilmette, Illinois lawyer, has been charged along with three others for allegedly running a fraudulent tax shelter which allegedly operated as a haven for the wealthy who didn't want to pay income taxes to the IRS.
Alabama woman enters guilty plea for fraud -- A woman residing in Montgomery, Alabama, recently pleaded guilty to conspiring to filing false tax fund claims, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Owner of tax return preparer company and four employees charged in alleged tax fraud scheme -- Everyone wants more money when they file a return on their income taxes but not many are bold enough to falsify their tax return in order to get it. The Internal Revenue Service worked in conjunction with the U.S. Department of Justice in bringing to justice five Alabama natives who allegedly attempted to do just that.
Failure to pay income taxes shuts down Denver escort service -- While criminals failing to pay their income taxes often ranks low in terms of severity of the crimes they’ve committed, it is sometimes what the federal government nabs them for.
Bowling Green man faces prison time, hefty fines for failing to file return on income taxes -- Paying income taxes is something that the majority of Americans have to deal with and neglecting to do so could earn the ire of the IRS Criminal Investigation Unit. The penalties can be severe as one Bowling Green man can now attest.
California man negotiating tax lien payments with IRS -- A California man who is a fixture in his local government has been outed by the IRS for allegedly failing to pay back income taxes and has been slapped with a tax lien in the process.
Tax lien to recoup back income taxes from Ohio insurance agents -- Unpaid income taxes are a nationwide epidemic but Ohio is cracking down on this problem by passing a tax lien program targeting insurance agents.
California man sentenced for tax-related crimes -- A man from Los Angeles, California, was recently sentenced to two and a half years in federal prison for helping run a tax shelter scheme.
‘Tax Lady’ slapped with hefty federal tax lien -- Roni Lynn Deutch, the “Tax Lady” who reportedly earned more than $25 million a year promising consumers relief from the Internal Revenue Service has been hit with a $183,000 federal tax lien.
Delaware man pleads guilty to tax evasion, other charges -- A man from Delaware recently pleaded guilty to making thousands of dollars in unlawful campaign contributions, as well as evading more than $360,000 in federal income taxes.
Florida tax preparer guilty of fraud -- A former tax help company owner and detective who worked in Fort Pierce, Florida, was recently convicted of filing fraudulent income tax returns.
IRS to reward those with knowledge of homebuilder tax fraud scam -- The IRS is offering substantial tax fraud rewards for those with evidence of America’s largest homebuilders failing to document full-time employees.
Pennsylvania lawyer charged with tax evasion, theft -- The former counsel of the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia was recently charged with multiple crimes related to an embezzlement scheme worth approximately $1.7 million.
Wisconsin woman charged with tax fraud -- A woman from Wisconsin, was recently charged with two counts of income tax fraud at both the state and federal levels.
Business executives sentenced for tax evasion -- Two North Carolina men were recently sentenced to 33 months each in federal prison for stealing money from the company's bank account and not paying taxes on the funds.
California man pleads guilty to tax crimes -- A man from Rancho Santa Margarita, California, recently pleaded guilty to multiple tax crimes related to a lien scheme.
Illinois man pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A man from Peoria Heights, Illinois, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion and wire fraud, and could serve a maximum of 20 years in federal prison.
Ohio man pleads guilty to tax evasion, other charges -- A man from Cincinnati, Ohio, recently pleaded guilty to multiple tax crimes, mail fraud and copyright infringement related to a counterfeit software scheme.
Connecticut man convicted of tax fraud -- A man from Stamford, Connecticut, recently pleaded guilty to filing a fraudulent tax return.
Two people arrested for tax-related charges -- Two residents of Thomaston, Georgia, were recently arrested and charged with multiple counts related to a tax fraud scheme.
Tennessee woman sentenced for tax-related crimes -- A woman from Kingston, Tennessee, was recently sentenced to 27 months in prison for multiple charges connected to an income tax fraud scheme.
Alabama woman sentenced for tax evasion -- A woman from Elmore County, Alabama, was recently sentenced to five years in prison for tax evasion charges.
Taxpayer ID Theft on the Rise -- According to the IRS, taxpaer identification theft has risen nearly 500% over the past two years
Louisiana man sentenced for tax evasion -- A former Louisiana assistant district attorney was recently sentenced to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty to a tax evasion charge.
Five Hawaiians charged with tax crimes -- A group of people from Maui, Hawaii, was recently indicted on tax and fraud charges stemming from a debt elimination scheme.
Minnesota attorney sentenced for tax charges -- A Shakopee, Minnesota, lawyer was recently sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for evading tax payments on approximately $600,000 of income.
California attorney sentenced for tax evasion -- A lawyer from San Diego, California, recently was sentenced to 10 months in federal prison after not reporting approximately $3 million in income from 2000 to 2002.
Former IRS agent sentenced for fraud -- A Valencia, California, man who formerly worked for the Internal Revenue Service was recently sentenced to three years in federal prison for tax evasion.
Rhode Islanders charged for fraud conspiracy -- Three Rhode Island residents were recently indicted for allegedly taking part in a mortgage fraud scheme, and may have made $3.5 million.
Tax fraud convict receives other charges -- A Waterford, Connecticut, resident was recently sentenced to 10 months in prison for perjury, in addition to a recent sentence of tax and health fraud.
North Carolina man charged with tax fraud -- A man formerly of Mooresville, North Carolina, was recently charged with 10 counts of filing fraudulent tax returns.
New Jersey man sentenced for embezzlement -- A man from Hawthorne, New Jersey, was recently sentenced to 20 months in prison for his role in a scheme to steal $780,000 from a local union branch.
New Jersey man sentenced for tax evasion -- A man from Oradell, New Jersey, was recently sentenced to a year of house arrest after agreeing to a plea deal related to charges of tax evasion.
Three CPAs convicted of tax fraud -- Former law firm partners and the chief executive officer of an accounting company were all convicted of taking part in a tax shelter scheme to prevent clients from having to pay funds to the Internal Revenue Service.
California man sentenced for tax evasion -- A man originally from Visalia, California, was recently sentenced to one year and three months in federal prison after being convicted of failure to pay taxes nearly 20 years ago.
IRS workers took part in fraudulent activity -- A recent federal investigation found that more than 100 people employed by the Internal Revenue Service defrauded the organization while working there.
Washington man sentenced for tax evasion, other charges -- A man from Bellevue, Washington, was recently sentenced to 13 years in federal prison for tax evasion and mail fraud in U.S. district court in Seattle.
Tennessee restaurant owner guilty of tax fraud -- A Clarksville, Tennessee, man recently pleaded guilty to charges relating to a fraudulent income tax return conspiracy.
Indiana woman charged for theft, tax evasion -- A Garrett, Indiana, woman was recently charged with stealing more than $360,000 from her former employer, St. Joseph Catholic Church.
Ohio man guilty of tax fraud -- A man from Columbus, Ohio, recently pleaded guilty to employment tax fraud, and could face a maximum of five years in prison.
Pennsylvania couple charged for tax preparation fraud -- A husband and wife from Dover Township, Pennsylvania, were recently charged with multiple crimes related to stealing money from clients' tax returns while working as income tax preparers.
North Carolina preacher guilty of tax evasion -- A preacher from Fayetteville, North Carolina, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion for filing a fraudulent tax return.
Massachusetts bank director charged with tax evasion -- A man from Westford, Massachusetts, was recently charged with tax evasion for holding money in an offshore bank account and failing to pay taxes on earnings.
Delaware pastor convicted of mortgage, tax fraud -- A pastor from Bear, Delaware, was recently convicted of multiple crimes including mortgage fraud and tax evasion.
California woman charged with tax fraud -- A woman from Nipomo, California, was recently arrested for submitting false tax returns as a part of a loan fraud scheme.
New Jersey man guilty of tax charges -- A Whippany, New Jersey, man recently pleaded guilty to tax fraud, after he filed a fake income tax return.
Michigan businessman sentenced for tax evasion -- A man who ran a Ponzi scheme was recently sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for multiple financial crimes.
Kentucky duo charged with tax fraud, other charges -- Two people were recently indicted in a Franklin County, Kentucky, court for charges of Medicaid, food stamp and tax fraud.
California man charged with tax evasion and fraud -- A man from Vallejo, California, was recently arrested and charged with mail fraud and tax evasion for allegedly masterminding a Ponzi scheme.
Washington woman found guilty of tax crimes -- A Tacoma, Washington, woman was recently convicted of conspiracy, multiple counts of tax evasion and interference with tax laws, in U.S. district court.
Oklahoma woman sentenced for tax crime -- A woman from Jones, Oklahoma, was recently sentenced to two and a half years in prison for stealing approximately $1.5 million from her former place of work, Crown Electric Inc.
Tennesee man charged with tax evasion -- A Sevierville, Tennessee, resident was recently indicted for tax evasion after allegedly taking part in multiple crimes.
New York lawyer charged with tax fraud, drug charges -- A lawyer from Rochester, New York, was recently charged with tax fraud and conspiracy to distribute oxycodone.
Illinois man sentenced for tax evasion, other charges -- A former developer from Marengo, Illinois, was recently sentenced to 11 years in federal prison, and has to pay $1.4 million in restitution to the Internal Revenue Service.
Minnesota businessman guilty of tax charge -- A business owner from St. Paul, Minnesota, recently pleaded guilty to one count of federal income tax evasion.
Identity thieves sentenced for tax evasion -- Two women from East Chicago, Indiana, were recently sentenced to 41 months each in federal prison for taking part in an income tax fraud scheme.
California businessman found guilty of tax charges -- A Clovis, California, real estate broker was recently found guilty of three counts of failing to file tax returns, as well as one count of tax evasion.
Indy 500 champion accused of tax evasion -- A prominent race car driver is in trouble with the Internal Revenue Service for unpaid taxes, after paying the government million in a case only a few years ago.
California Jewish center under tax investigation -- A Los Angeles, California, non-profit organization was recently entered into an investigation by the Internal Revenue Service.
Pennsylvania tax preparer charged with fraud -- A Leola, Pennsylvania, tax preparer was recently charged with tax fraud worth approximately $11 million.
Massachusetts town tax chairman charged with evasion -- The chairman of the Needham, Massachusetts, tax assessors office was recently charged with income tax evasion.
North Carolina developer guilty of tax evasion -- A Shippensburg, North Carolina, property developer recently was convicted of six counts of tax evasion, failure to file tax returns and obstructing the Internal Revenue Service.
Michigan man pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A Bloomfield, Michigan, business owner recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges for failing to pay approximately $870,000 to the Internal Revenue Service.
Missouri woman guilty of tax evasion, other charges -- A woman from Ballwin, Missouri, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion for stealing money from her work and failing to report it on her tax return.
Arkansas tax preparer convicted of tax evasion -- A tax preparer from Ash Flat, Arkansas, along with his wife, were recently convicted of tax evasion, as well as Social Security theft.
Virginia man given 16 year sentence for tax fraud -- A man from Richmond, Virginia, was recently sentenced to 16 years in federal prison for stealing large sums of money from state and federal tax credit programs originally intended to restore historical sites.
Michigan chiropractor sentenced for tax evasion -- A chiropractor from Grand Rapids, Michigan, was recently sentenced to two years in jail for federal tax evasion.
Florida real estate broker sentenced for tax evasion -- A Fort Myers, Florida, real estate broker was recently sentenced to two years in prison for evading taxes for multiple years.
Massachusetts infomercial creator pleads guilty for tax fraud -- A Massachusetts man who made his fortune by marketing products on infomercials recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion, along with other charges.
Alaska restaurant owner sentenced for tax evasion -- The former owner of an Anchorage, Alaska, restaurant was recently sentenced for tax evasion, after hiding close to $1.5 million from the IRS.
Former Arizona real estate broker guilty of tax crimes -- A woman from Arizona was recently convicted on charges of federal tax evasion and failure to file multiple tax returns.
Connecticut man pleads guilty to tax evasion, other charges -- A man from Weston, Connecticut, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion and mortgage fraud in U.S. District Court in New Haven.
Two Alabamans charged with income tax fraud -- Alabama residents Melinda Clayton and Alchico Grant were arraigned in the Middle District of Alabama for charges linked to a tax fraud and identity theft scheme.
IRS to scrutinize tax preparers -- The Internal Revenue Service recently announced it will increase investigations regarding tax preparers, as there may have been an increase in people who are unqualified or criminals are preparing filings recently.
School founders charged with tax fraud, other charges -- The founders of a San Fernando Valley, California, school will face a court date next month after allegedly embezzling close to $300,000.
Utah developers sentenced for tax crimes -- A former Duchesne County, Utah, couple were recently sentenced to federal prison, as well as restitution, for tax evasion charges.
South Carolina couple sentenced for tax fraud -- A couple from Boiling Springs, South Carolina, was recently sentenced for taking part in a multi-million dollar tax scheme.
Alabama man pleads guilty to tax fraud charges -- A man from Montgomery County, Alabama, recently pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit fraud against the federal government.
Connecticut plumber guilty of tax charges -- A plumber from Stratford, Connecticut recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion in U.S. District Court.
Arkansas couple convicted of tax evasion -- A couple from Ash Flat, Arkansas, were recently convicted of 44 counts of tax evasion and Social Security theft in the U.S. District Court in Little Rock.
Georgia court clerk charged with tax evasion -- A former court clerk for a Dawsonville, Georgia, court, was recently charged with tax evasion and bankruptcy fraud for taking approximately $120,000 in public money.
New Jersey pastor sentenced for tax evasion -- A pastor from Morris County, New Jersey, was recently sentenced to five months in prison after he pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges in U.S. District Court in Newark.
Michigan attorney to plead guilty to tax charges -- An attorney in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is pleading guilty to tax evasion charges.
Massachusetts man charged with tax evasion -- A man from Westport, Massachusetts, was recently charged with tax evasion, failure to file income taxes and conspiracy.
California tax preparer pleads not guilty -- A tax preparer from San Diego, California, recently pleaded not guilty to 49 counts of defrauding the Internal Revenue Service, as well as his clients, of approximately $11 million.
New York man charged with tax fraud -- A former resident of Binghamton, New York, was recently arrested and charged with tax fraud for allegedly filing more than $21 million in fraudulent income tax returns.
Georgia man pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A man from Sharpsburg, Georgia, recently pleaded guilty to two counts of tax evasion and two counts of failing to file federal income tax returns.
Arizona restaurant owners charged with tax fraud -- The owners of Chuy's Mesquite Broiler were arrested during a government raid following allegations of tax fraud and illegal hiring methods.
Massachusetts couple pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A couple from Middleton, Massachusetts, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion and other crimes associated to a tax fraud scheme.
Owner of California medical clinic pleads guilty to tax fraud -- The owner of a Commerce medical clinic recently pleaded guilty to tax fraud charges, after not reporting approximately $90,000 of income to the Internal Revenue Service.
West Virginia man sentenced for tax evasion, other charges -- A man from Hurricane, West Virginia, was recently sentenced to 18 months in prison for income tax evasion and mortgage fraud charges.
Texas tax preparer sentenced for tax fraud -- A tax preparer from Mission, Texas, was recently sentenced to two years and six months for filing false income tax returns.
Two California tax preparers charged with fraud, one found guilty -- A tax preparer and a former agent of the Internal Revenue Service were recently indicted on tax fraud charges after allegedly taking part in a scheme that made them more than $10 million.
Illegal immigrant charged with tax fraud in Georgia -- An illegal immigrant who currently resides in Gainesville, Georgia, was recently charged with tax fraud after taking part in a scheme worth approximately $465,000.
Mississippi man charged with tax evasion -- A man from Mississippi was recently charged with tax evasion, obstruction and failure to file multiple income tax returns.
Men more likely to commit tax fraud -- A recent study found nearly two-thirds of those who admit to committing income tax evasion are men.
Tax criminal prosecutions up 25 percent in 2010 -- Tax crime prosecutions were the highest in 10 years in 2010, showing the Internal Revenue Service has increased crackdowns on the crime.
Florida cops and firefighters experience identity theft -- Hundreds of police officers and firefighters from various towns in Florida recently learned their identities were stolen as a part of an income tax fraud scheme.
Ohio man charged with tax evasion -- A man from Canfield, Ohio, was recently charged with three counts of tax evasion in a U.S. District Court.
Georgia man charged with tax fraud -- A man from Snellville, Georgia, was charged with tax fraud relating to a scheme involving using dead citizens' information to file fake tax returns.
Florida man charged with tax evasion -- A man from Broward County, Florida, has been charged with tax evasion, after his wife, a former county commissioner, was recently given felony corruption charges.
Illinois city councilman sentenced for tax evasion, other charges -- A city councilman from East St. Louis, Illinois, was recently sentenced to 50 months for tax evasion and vote fraud.
Michigan lawyer pleads guilty to tax evasion charges -- A lawyer from Port Huron, Michigan, could spend two years in federal prison for tax evasion after pleading guilty in the U.S. District Court of Eastern Michigan.
New Jersey man sentenced for tax evasion charges -- A man from Marlboro, New Jersey, was recently sentenced to six months in federal prison for purposely not reporting income on his tax returns.
Alabama woman pleads guilty to tax fraud -- A woman from Dora, Alabama, recently pleaded guilty to tax fraud totaling approximately $340,000.
California woman pleads guilty to tax evasion charges -- A woman from Los Altos Hills, California, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion, only months after her mother was sentenced to prison for the same crime.
New Jersey man sentenced for income tax fraud -- A man from Englewood, New Jersey, was recently sentenced to five years in federal prison after taking part in a tax fraud scheme.
Bookkeeper sentenced for tax evasion, theft -- The former bookkeeper of a real estate company based in Omaha, Nebraska, was recently sentenced to four to six years in prison for committing tax evasion and taking money from his employer.
Man to be sentenced for Ponzi scheme, tax evasion -- A Santa Barbara, California, man will be sentenced for taking approximately $9 million from clients in a Ponzi scheme.
Things to avoid when filing taxes -- The Internal Revenue Service has recently released its "Dirty Dozen," a list of scams that should be avoided to ensure a good tax return.
Accountant rewarded for pointing out company's tax fraud -- An unnamed accountant was given $4.5 million by the Internal Revenue Service for informing the agency of his employers tax fraud.
Colorado man indicted for tax evasion -- A man from Colorado Springs, Colorado, has been formally charged with tax evasion, along with other charges.
Rock star, wife have tax problems -- Ozzy Osbourne, along with his wife Sharon, are in danger of losing their home because of nearly $2 million in outstanding tax debt.
Former Nike executive sentenced for tax evasion -- A former executive for Nike has been sentenced with a fine, probation and house arrest for tax evasion charges.
Convict gets tax fraud added to sentence -- A convict serving a life sentence recently had four years added to his term after committing tax fraud that earned him $119,000.
Alabama man sentenced for tax evasion, trafficking -- A man from Birmingham, Alabama, was recently sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for committing tax fraud, mail fraud and trafficking fake Nike shoes.
Texas woman pleads guilty to tax evasion, other charges -- A woman from Fort Worth, Texas, recently pleaded guilty to embezzlement and tax evasion charges.
West Virginia doctor accused of tax evasion -- A doctor from Harrison County, West Virginia, has been formally indicted by a federal grand jury for tax evasion.
Connecticut developer pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A man from East Lyme, Connecticut, who was slated to be the project manager of a large development in the town, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion.
Hip hop star given IRS tax lien -- Lil Wayne was recently presented with a $5.6 million tax lien by the Internal Revenue Service.
Pennsylvania optometrist pleaded guilty for tax evasion -- An optometrist has pleaded guilty to federal tax evasion in U.S. District Court after failing to pay more than $220,000 in taxes.
New York man sentenced for tax evasion -- An East Amherst, New York, man has been recently sentenced to two years in prison for taking money from clients of his payroll service company and not paying taxes on their wages.
Alabama woman facing new tax charges -- A former tax service business owner is facing 99 new charges, ranging from identity theft to mortgage fraud.
Former Ford plant manager charged with tax evasion -- A former manager of the Hazelwood, Missouri-based Ford plant, recently indicted for tax evasion by a federal grand jury.
Hawaii man sentenced for tax evasion -- A former insurance agent from Maui, Hawaii, was sentenced to two and a half years in jail for more than $1 million in evaded taxes.
Alabama sisters charged with tax fraud -- Two sisters from Montgomery, Alabama, have been charged with 22 counts of tax fraud conspiracy and identity theft.
Virginia businessman pleads guilty to tax evasion, other charges -- A businessman from Roanoke, Virginia, recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion, food stamp fraud and bankruptcy fraud.
California car dealer pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A car dealer from San Diego, California, has pleaded guilty to tax evasion, and can receive a maximum of five years in jail.
Indiana entrepreneur sentenced for tax fraud -- An entrepreneur from Indiana has been sentenced to six years in prison, and will have to pay more than $1 million in restitution, after being convicted of federal tax fraud.
Young American males most likely to evade taxes -- The most likely Americans to commit tax evasion are young males who are single, according to a recent poll.
Georgia doctor charged with tax evasion -- A Roswell, Georgia, doctor has been charged with 21 counts of Medicare fraud and tax fraud, which totaled more than $16 million.
Former New York state senator charged with tax evasion -- A former state senator from the Bronx, New York, and his son, have been charged with tax evasion.
California lawyer pleads guilty to tax evasion charges -- A California lawyer recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion for his part in purposely underreporting income to the Internal Revenue Service.
IRS cracks down on richest taxpayers -- The Internal Revenue Service has increased taxpayer audits for the richest citizens by roughly 75 percent.
Tennessee cemetery owner will plead guilty for tax evasion -- An Oklahoma man who has been charged with tax evasion is expected to plead guilty in court next week.
IRS agent one of 14 charged with federal tax fraud -- U.S. Attorney Carmen Ortiz announced that 14 people have been charged with fraudulently using federal credit to commit tax crimes.
California woman pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges -- A woman from Rio Vista, California, recently pleaded guilty to five counts of tax evasion charges in a U.S. District Court.
Former Kentucky coal operator charged with tax evasion -- A former businessman from West Virginia is being charged for tax evasion, three years after being arrested in connection with a local murder.
U.S. immigration attorney sentenced for tax evasion, other charges -- A former U.S. immigration attorney recently received a 17-year prison sentence for helping illegal immigrants stay in the country in exchange for more than $400,000 in bribes.
Missouri public accountant pleads guilty to tax evasion, other charges -- A Springfield, Missouri, certified public accountant recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion and mail fraud charges.
Music artist Ja Rule pleads guilty to tax charges -- Ja Rule recently pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges after failing to file three tax returns between 2004 and 2008.
IRS helping those who can't pay tax bills -- The Internal Revenue Service is reducing the amount of tax liens they give to tax filers who cannot pay their taxes, and plans on making tax installment rules less stringent.
Tax evasion includes skimming -- Business owners who do not report all sales, may be subject to tax evasion charges.
Indiana man sentenced for tax evasion -- A Westfield, Indiana, man was recently sentenced to 18 months in prison for financial aid fraud and tax evasion.
Maryland sports agent pleads guilty to tax evasion, other charges -- A Silver Spring, Maryland, sports agent has pleaded guilty to tax evasion, conspiracy to commit bank fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
Virginia man sentenced for tax evasion -- A Virginia resident has been sentenced after pleading guilty to one count of tax evasion, as well as one count of mail fraud.
Prominent Connecticut attorney reports to jail -- A famous Connecticut attorney, known for defending Michael Skakel, has begun his year-long prison sentence for tax evasion.
Florida resident charged with tax evasion -- A Florida man is being charged with tax evasion, as well as being sued by a former judge from Pennsylvania.
North Carolina woman charged with tax fraud -- A woman from Charlotte, North Carolina, has been charged with tax fraud after filing hundreds of false tax returns for her business and not giving refunds back to clients.
UBS client sentenced to probation for tax evasion charge -- A client of UBS AG, a Swiss bank, has been sentenced to three years probation for using an offshore account to hide funds from the U.S. government.
Longtime New York City councilman sentenced for tax evasion -- Andrew Stein, a former New York City councilman, was sentenced to 500 hours of community service after being found guilty of tax evasion charges that linked him to the Kenneth Starr Ponzi scheme.
IRS Data Book released -- The 2010 Internal Revenue Service Data Book has been released, documenting the organization's activities for the previous fiscal year.
Tax evasion charges for two Illinois couples -- Brothers Robert and John McKinney and their wives, Belinda and Chamethele, allegedly took part in a tax evasion scheme centered around the siblings' business, McKinney Hauling, which is in East St. Louis, Illinois.
Florida man sentenced for tax evasion, other charges -- A Florida man has received a sentence of 30 month in federal prison for tax evasion, as well as taking part in a passport fraud scheme.
Fraudulent business owner pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A Missouri man has pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges after he accepted an investment worth more than $500,000 for a fake business.
Pennsylvania couple accused of tax evasion -- Paul and Barbara Basile, chiropractors that run Lehigh Valley Non-Surgical, Inc., have been arrested and charged with tax evasion.
Michigan lawyer charged with tax evasion -- David Black, a lawyer from Port Huron, Michigan, has been charged with tax evasion, after failing to report over $750,000 in taxable income.
Pennsylvania man charged with tax evasion -- A man from Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, has been charged with nine counts of tax evasion, totalling about $7 million.
Former attorney pleads guilty to tax evasion charges -- Michelle Renee Walker pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges after not paying a large sum to the Internal Revenue Service. She faces a prison sentence of up to three years.
Couple sentenced to prison for tax evasion -- Tony and Micaela Dutson were each sentenced to 10 years in prison for avoiding about $7 million in tax payments over the course of a decade.
IRS to closely scrutinize rental taxes -- The Internal Revenue Service has found grossly misreported tax information for rental properties, and plans to crack down on such activity in the future.
Massachusetts city owes IRS $356,570 -- The city of Worcester, Massachusetts, which failed to specify money in tax forms for various city employment-related activities, now owes the Internal Revenue Service $356,570.
Scorsese has $2.85 million tax bill -- Award-winning director Martin Scorsese has to pay the Internal Revenue Service $2.85 million, after his former accountant Kenneth Starr, may have mismanaged his funds and embezzled from him.
Illinois contractor sentenced for tax evasion -- Kurt Scheuneman, a self-employed resident of Urbana, Illinois, was sentenced to three years in prison for tax evasion.
IRS changes policy on liens -- The Internal Revenue Service has changed its policies on tax liens, providing more of a cushion for individuals who cannot afford to pay off their taxes in full.
IRS has more than $1.1 billion in refunds from unfiled tax returns -- The Internal Revenue Service has more than $1.1 billion for tax payers that did not file a return for 2007
Former ice rink manager sentenced after committing tax evasion, embezzlement -- A former manager of an Omaha, Nebraska, ice rink has been sentenced to six years in prison for embezzlement from his workplace, as well as three counts of tax evasion.
Former IRS worker accused of false deductions -- Catherine Griffin, a former seasonal employee for the IRS, is being charged with deducting fraudulent tax credits for friends and family while working at the agency.
Oklahoma woman ordered to serve time for mail fraud, tax evasion -- This week, a U.S. District Judge sentenced an Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, woman to prison time for evading income tax payments and attempting to defraud a former employer by using the U.S. Mail.
Japanese restaurant owners sentenced for tax crimes -- The former owners of Maki Maki, a Japanese eatery located in Racho Mirage, California, were sentenced to prison time after being found guilty of tax evasion and insurance fraud.
IRS alerts healthcare provider of stolen IDs -- Emory Healthcare announced this week that more than 70 patients had their identifying information stolen from the facility.
Michigan state police officers charged with tax evasion -- This week, two Michigan state police officers and one Monroe County man were arrested and charged with embezzlement, racketeering and tax evasion.
Swiss bank member allegedly aiding in American tax evasion -- One of the top-ranking board members of Credit Suisse has been taken into custody by U.S. authorities on suspicion of aiding Americans with tax evasion.
New Jersey Senator calls for state to join with IRS to stop tax evasion -- Over the past few months, a series of the IRS' own internal audits found inmates across the country have been filing fraudulent income tax returns with the government. Even more surprising was the fact that many were being approved for tax credits, despite being behind bars.
Former healthcare company president indicted for tax evasion -- A Utah resident and former president of Infinia Healthcare, an operator of long-term care facilities in several states, was indicted on three counts of tax evasion this week.
Former NBA superstar has tax lien filed against his estate -- This week, Dennis Rodman, the former NBA power forward known for his wild antics off the court, and for playing alongside Michael Jordan on the Chicago Bulls, had a tax lien filed against his estate.
Drug rehab facility operators sentenced for tax evasion -- William and Diane Steiniger, the operators of the Desert Canyon Treatment Center, a drug rehab center in Sedona, Arizona, were sentenced to prison this week after being convicted of tax-related crimes last year.
Shoe insert company owner pleads guilty to tax evasion -- In a federal court this week, a former Branson West, Missouri, resident pleaded guilty to filing a false income tax return after earning roughly $1 million annually.
Louisiana men arrested for tax evasion -- Three Louisiana men were arrested this week in connection with a money laundering and tax evasion scheme that netted more than $3 million.
IRS to add more law enforcement officials -- After resolving to step up efforts against tax evaders to help fight the federal deficit, the Obama administration announced plans to increase the number of employees at the IRS for 2012.
Former steakhouse CEO sentenced for tax evasion -- Russel D'Anton, the former head of Charlie Brown's steakhouse restaurant chain, was sentenced to prison time for failing to pay tax returns on a number of kickbacks he received while at the position.
Former public education official sentenced for tax crimes -- A Port Byron, Illinois, man who was formerly the president of the National Center on Public Education and Prevention was sentenced to prison time after failing to meet his tax obligations to the U.S. government.
Prisoners cheat IRS out of millions in income tax revenue -- While the IRS has taken a number of steps in recent months to crack down on tax evaders abroad, recent reports indicate prisoners stole millions from the U.S. government while behind bars.
Missouri man booked for tax fraud by IRS officials -- A Springfield, Missouri, resident was sentenced to prison time this week after he was found guilty of a fraud scheme and evading income tax payments.
Switzerland to help IRS catch tax evaders -- Following the landmark ruling in the case of Swiss bank UBS, Switzerland says it plans to make it easier for foreign governments to track down tax evaders with offshore accounts in its financial institutions.
Idaho businessman avoids millions in taxes -- Douglas Fitzgerald, a 69-year-old business man from Eagle, Idaho, pleaded guilty this week to failing to report more than $1 million in income and withholding funds from his income tax returns for a period of several years.
Rhode Island contractor gets prison, probation for tax evasion -- Gerald Diodati, a Seekonk, Massachusetts, resident and contractor has been sentenced to time behind bars for tax evasion after being caught in an FBI investigation.
Elderly man spared prison for tax evasion -- Peter Botti, an 83-year-old Sheldon, Connecticut, resident and retiree who was caught up in a tax evasion scheme, was spared from a prison sentence for the crime this week.
IRS employee gets probation for cash withdrawals -- Renita Kinney, a Detroit, Michigan, native and former senior executive with the IRS was sentenced to probation after she was caught avoiding federal income tax requirements.
California tax professional receives sentence for tax evasion -- After pleading guilty to charges he helped clients claim upwards of $3.6 million in fraudulent tax refunds, a Southern California-based tax preparer received a prison sentence this week.
Connecticut racing instructor sentenced for tax evasion -- This week, an Essex, Connecticut, resident and self-employed racecar instructor was sentenced to jail time after failing to properly file his income tax returns.
Massachusetts accountant hit with tax evasion sentence -- Gary Mallows, a Longmeadow, Massachusetts, resident and former accountant was sentenced to time behind bars after committing tax evasion and failing to file a tax return.
Chicago gentleman's club owner gets jail time for tax evasion -- Michael Wellek, of Libertyville, Illinois, was sentenced to prison time this week after he failed to file income taxes on nearly $12 million worth of earnings over almost a decade.
IRS could soon offer amnesty to tax evaders -- With looming fiscal deficit shortfalls expected to continue well into the coming years, the IRS may be planning to reopen its amnesty program for tax evaders as a way to raise revenue.
Florida-based hotel developers face tax evasion charges -- Maruicio and Leon Cohen, a Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, father and son who develop hotels in New York and Florida, are both facing prison terms after being convicted of tax evasion last year.
North Carolina man sentenced for tax crimes -- A Weddington, North Carolina, man was sentenced to a prison term this week on charges of fraud and federal tax evasion.
Bakersfield tax preparer hit with 29 counts of fraud -- A Bakersfield, California, woman, who formerly owned and operated Nationwide Tax Solution and Vaughn's Tax Service, has been charged with 29 counts of defrauding the IRS this week.
Prosecutors recommend jail for Survivor winner -- Federal prosecutors are recommending a jail sentence for Richard Hatch, the former winner of the popular CBS reality show Survivor.
Former Quellos heads sentenced for tax evasion -- Two Seattle, Washington-area businessmen, who ran the investment firm Quellos LLC, were sentenced to prison time this week for helping clients avoid more than $240 in income taxes.
Nevada restaurant owner pleads guilty to tax evasion charges -- Bradley Herndon, a northern Nevada businessman, pleaded guilty to federal tax evasion in front of U.S. District Judge Edward Reed this week.
New Jersey taxpayer indicted for offshore accounts -- Vaibhav Dahake, a New Jersey businessman, was indicted this week on charges that he hid his earnings from the federal government in offshort bank accounts in India and the British Virgin Islands.
Michigan chiropractor rubs IRS the wrong way -- A Plainfield Township, Michigan, resident pleaded guilty this week to charges he hid more than $3 million in income by evading the IRS for more than a decade.
South Carolina councilman heads to jail for tax evasion -- E.W. Cromartie, the former Columbia City, South Carolina, councilman who was convicted of tax evasion earlier this year, is now reporting to federal prison.
Famed New York MC Nas owes millions to the IRS -- Nasir Jones, better known to millions as the controversial hip hop star Nas and for hits such as "The World is Yours" and "Hip Hop is Dead," now owes more than $6 million in back taxes to the federal government.
Tax evasion indictment given to Pennsylvania woman -- A Birdsboro, Pennsylvania, woman was indicted by federal officials this week on charges that she failed to pay nearly $90,000 in income taxes.
'My Name is Earl' actress faces tax lien -- The IRS filed a tax lien against Jaime Pressly, accusing the television star of owing more than $637,000 in unpaid federal income taxes.
Tennessee insurance agent sentenced for income tax evasion -- Luther Smith, a Crossville, Tennessee, resident and independent life insurance agent was found guilty of two counts of federal income tax evasion in a Nashville federal court this week.
Restaurant owner pleads guilty to avoiding tax check -- Steve Carlson, a restaurant owner from Jamestown, New York, pleaded guilty to charges of income tax evasion and mortgage fraud this week.
Rapper Lil Jon owes on income taxes -- Jonathan Smith, better known by his stage name Lil Jon and for his work on chart-toppers such as "Freek-a-Leek" and "Let's Go," is facing a hefty tax lien from the IRS.
Former Detroit Lion owes IRS back taxes -- Julius Curry, a former NFL safety for the Detroit Lions, owes almost $1.5 million in unpaid income taxes to the federal government.
Michigan dentist pleads guilty to tax evasion -- An Oakland County, Michigan, dentist pleaded guilty to setting up fraudulent trusts that helped him avoid more than $1 million worth of income taxes.
Popular talk show host hit with million dollar tax lien -- Montel Williams, an American television personality known for his long-running daytime talk program, The Montel Williams Show, was issued a tax lien by the IRS this week.
California woman sentenced on tax evasion charges -- A Los Altos, California, woman has been sentenced following her conviction on charges that she failed to report more than $500,000 on her income tax returns.
Michigan men indicted for tax evasion -- Two Plymouth, Michigan, residents were indicted on charges of tax evasion this week by the U.S. Justice Department and the IRS.
Chicago lawyer commits $6 million tax fraud -- A Chicago lawyer, who was convicted last year of tax fraud and tax evasion, was sentenced to prison in a New York City court this week.
Former homeless shelter head sentenced for tax evasion -- Jon Rutherford, the former head of a Michigan homeless shelter, was sentenced to prison time on charges that he evaded income tax payments.
Medical residents must now pay taxes to IRS -- The U.S. Supreme Court approved a measure this week that forces medical residents to pay Social Security taxes to the federal government.
Ministries could face increased tax scrutiny -- A three-year investigation, which had been implemented to investigate the practices of tax-exempt religious groups, ended this week.
Michigan lawmakers ask for auto industry tax breaks -- A group of lawmakers from Michigan are asking Congress to consider extending tax breaks to General Motors and other Detroit automakers.
New York state senator likely facing tax evasion charges -- Pedro Espada, a former state senator from New York, may soon be hit with an indictment that includes charges of tax evasion.
Former lawyer sentenced to prison for tax evasion -- A Pennsylvania attorney, who was previously prosecuted for tax evasion in the early 1990s, has had his legal license revoked at his sentencing this week.
Nissan says it will comply with IRS -- Franklin, Tennessee-based automotive company, Nissan North America announced this week that it plans to comply with a judge's order to turn tax documents over to the IRS.
Former Louisiana senator sentenced to prison term -- A former Louisiana state senator and attorney was sentenced to prison following his implication in a tax evasion scheme.
IRS audits man over vegetables -- In the past year, IRS officials have said that they aim to increase tax return enforcement as a means to combat the looming fiscal deficit; however, a new development in Michigan has many saying they've gone too far.
New Hampshire resident sentenced for tax evasion -- A Pelham, New Hampshire, resident has been sentenced to prison after being found guilty of hiding nearly $400,000 worth of income from IRS officials.
IRS struggles with prisoner tax fraud -- Despite the passage of a new law in 2008 aimed to curb such practices, the IRS is still struggling to identify and prevent tax fraud conducted from U.S. prisons.
IRS files tax lien against Pennsylvania academy -- This week, the IRS filed a tax lien for more than $109,000 against the Pennsylvania-based private school, St. Rose Academy.
'Little Fockers' star owes U.S. government income taxes -- Teri Polo, best known for her role in the "Meet the Parents" movie franchise and for her stint on the political drama "The West Wing," is facing tax troubles.
Hard Rock ministry may have ties to tax evasion scheme -- You Can Run But You Cannot Hide International, Inc., a Minnesota-based hard rock church run by founders Bradlee Dean and Jake McMillian may soon be facing an investigation by the IRS.
Val Kilmer faces tax lien from U.S. government, report says -- Actor Val Kilmer, famous for his starring roles in such classics as "Kiss Kiss Bang Bang," and "Top Gun," may be behind on his income taxes.
IRS employee charged with theft of others' income taxes -- A New York resident and former IRS employee has been charged with stealing more than $150,000 worth of unclaimed income tax refunds from up to 12 taxpayers.
IRS agents pursue funds from rapper Trick Daddy -- Maurice Young, better known by his stage name Trick Daddy and for his songs "I'm a Thug" and "Let's Go," is the latest entertainment star to face increased scrutiny from IRS officials.
California man perpetrates million dollar tax conspiracy -- An Orange County, California, resident has been charged with masterminding a conspiracy that allowed hundreds of people to claim more than $760 million in fraudulent income tax deductions.
Ohio municipality behind on IRS withholding payments -- Officials in Grove City, Ohio, were notified this week that they owe the U.S. government more than $670,000 in unpaid payroll taxes.
Michigan businessman caught in FBI probe -- An Ann Arbor, Michigan, businessman whose home and office were searched by a Detroit corruption probe pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges today.
Deutsche Bank to pay $500 million to the U.S. government -- Germany's largest financial institution, Deutsche Bank, admitted criminal wrongdoing and agreed to pay more than $500 million to avoid prosecution in the United States.
Audax Business Solutions owner guilty of felony tax evasion -- The former president of a Clarence, New York-based payroll services company pleaded guilty to charges of felony tax evasion on Thursday.
Tax preparer compliance could improve in 2011, IRS says -- As of January 1, the IRS will now require all paid tax preparers who sign or assist other taxpayers with their federal income tax returns to register for an identification number.
Tax lien placed on Hyannis Air Service -- IRS officials doled out a tax lien to Massachusetts' senator-elect Dan Wolf's airline services, seeking more than $600,000 in federal back taxes.
IRS seeks taxes from Boston Scientific -- Boston Scientific announced on Tuesday the IRS sent the company a note of deficiency in an attempt to claim more than $525 million worth of back taxes from the company.
New Jersey man gets probation for Swiss account -- As part of the ongoing crackdown on tax evasion, IRS officials uncovered the bank account of a New Jersey resident through Swiss banking giant UBS.
New Mexico defendants charged with tax evasion -- Two defendants, who are currently in court proceedings for a million dollar tax scam, were indicted on federal tax evasion charges this week.
Tax evader Jinwright appeals conviction -- After being sentenced to nearly seven years in federal prison, North Carolina resident Harriet Jinwright and her attorneys are seeking to appeal her charges.
Utah chiropractor guilty of tax evasion -- John Gauruder, a Tremonton, Utah, resident, was convicted of tax evasion after a three-day trial in court this week.
Tennessee lawmaker faces tax lien -- The IRS filed a tax lien against a newly elected Tennessee lawmaker this week that is expected to end before a judge this coming January.
IRS enforcement agent sent to prison -- A former agent for the IRS who offered to lower a business' taxes in exchange for bribes received a prison sentence this week.
U.S. informant program unused by IRS -- For the third consecutive year, the IRS did not pay any informants under a law that enhanced financial rewards for those who provide information to catch tax evaders.
IRS audits rise by 11 percent so far this year -- Over the last few months, the IRS has made it clear that it planned on auditing taxpayers more thoroughly this year as a way to help the government stem the current budget deficit problem.
Reality TV star accused of violating tax evasion sentence -- The former winner of the popular reality television game show "Survivor," Richard Hatch, is scheduled to appear in a federal court in Rhode Island this week.
Illinois man charged with fraud and tax evasion -- Former Rantoul, Illinois, resident, Colin Shields, made an initial court appearance on Tuesday where he faced charges relating to defrauding a family member and subsequent tax evasion.
IRS may extend amnesty program for tax evaders -- The U.S. government may be looking to re-open a voluntary disclosure program that offers amnesty to tax evaders currently hiding money in offshore accounts.
Minnesota attorney admits to charges of tax evasion -- On Thursday, a Shakopee, Minnesota, defense attorney notorious for his courtroom antics admitted to failing to file more than $600,000 worth of income taxes.
Charlotte pastor receives jail time -- A federal judge sentenced Charlotte, North Carolina, pastor Anthony Jinwright and his wife Harriet Jinwright, to prison Thursday afternoon.
Hip-hop pioneer owes millions in unpaid taxes -- Douglas Davis, better known as Doug E. Fresh, an American rapper, record producers and beat boxer famous for his early 1980s hits "La-Di-Da-Di" and "The Show," has failed to properly file income taxes with the federal government.
Sentencing of Louisiana official postponed -- Former state Senator Charles Jones, of Monroe, Louisiana, is having his sentencing postponed in time for the holidays.
Former New York state senator guilty of tax evasion -- In a federal court in White Plains, New York, former New York state senator Vincent Leibell pleaded guilty to obstructing justice and tax evasion.
Owners of parking services company sentenced for tax evasion -- St.Louis, Missouri, residents William and Kenneth Bialczak were sentenced on charges of tax evasion.
Nebraska resident charged with tax evasion -- IRS officials in Omaha, Nebraska, finished the successful prosecution of a state resident who was found to owe the government years of back taxes.
Ex-New York council chief pleads guilty to tax evasion -- Former City Council President Andrew Stein pleaded guilty to charges he made false statements to IRS investigators in conjunction with an alleged $2 million tax scam on Thursday.
Florida GOP records subpoenaed by IRS -- Federal investigators along with IRS officials are seeking financial records from Florida's Republican Party as part of a large corruption probe.
Missouri father and son guilty of tax crimes -- A father and son from Branson, Missouri, pleaded guilty to evading income tax payments this week.
Former Little League official accused of filing false tax returns -- Frank Schwall, a former member of the Scarsdale, New York, Little League board of directors has been formally accused of tax evasion.
Massachusetts man charged with tax evasion -- An ex-employee of two Massachusetts-based consumer relations agencies pleaded guilty to more than $1.8 million in illegal kickbacks alongside charges of tax evasion.
Ohio dentists sentenced for tax evasion -- Two Ohio dentists were sentenced in a federal court on Monday for charges of conspiracy and federal tax evasion.
Snipes ordered to start serving prison sentence -- In a much-anticipated court ruling this week, actor Wesley Snipes, star of such films as "Jungle Fever," "Mo' Better Blues" and "The Blade Trilogy," was ordered to begin serving out a three-year prison sentence.
IRS on manhunt for charity scammer -- Two years ago, IRS enforcement officials spent hours auditing the U.S. Navy Veterans Association and its founder, Bobby Thompson, before giving the non-profit a clean bill of health.
New Jersey couple sentenced for tax evasion -- A federal jury found James and Theresa Demuro, of Bridgewater, New Jersey, guilty of 21 counts of failure to pay employment taxes to the IRS on Thursday.
Former West Virginia prosecutor admits to tax evasion -- A former Logan County assistant prosecutor pleaded guilty in a federal court to evading hundreds of thousands of dollars in unpaid income taxes.
Escort service owner indicted for tax evasion -- The former owner of a Denver, Colorado, escort service that allegedly catered to politicians, celebrities and business owners was indicted by a federal grand jury Tuesday.
IRS stops legal action against Swiss bank -- The U.S. government dropped its lawsuit against Swiss banking giant UBS on Tuesday, ending a lengthy effort to uncover the identities of American tax evaders from the bank.
Connecticut man sentenced for tax evasion -- Karl Gagnon, a Winsted, Connecticut, resident and alleged tax evader was sentenced on Wednesday by U.S. District Judge Christoper Droney in a Hartford courtroom.
IRS asks for Florida tribe's financial records -- The IRS plans to expand its tax investigation into gambling profits collected by a Native American tribe in Florida.
IRS stops taxes on exonerated prisoners -- A policy change is set to occur for the taxes of inmates who are found innocent of charges by the federal government.
Taxpayers get millions in invalid education tax-breaks -- The IRS released a new audit this week detailing how Americans received millions in income tax breaks that were supposed to available only to those in Midwestern disaster areas.
GAO reprimands IRS over cybersecurity -- The Government Accountability Office, an arm of Congress that evaluates matters related to tax collection, released a new report that found serious problems with IRS' information security.
Former Louisiana official guilty of tax evasion -- A former Louisiana assistant district attorney Joseph Johnson pleaded guilty to tax evasion before U.S. District Judge Richard Haik on Wednesday.
Tax evader sentenced in Arizona -- Prosecutors in Tucson, Arizona, have sentenced Chris Nero, an area resident, to 58 months in prison on Thursday.
IRS crackdown affecting Las Vegas nightclubs -- An IRS regulation requiring businesses to report tips on tax returns is having an adverse effect on Las Vegas, Nevada, nightclubs, a new report says.
Hedge fund operator guilty of tax evasion -- The leader of a Connecticut-based hedge fund pleaded guilty to defrauding investors out of an estimated $2 million in a courtroom on Wednesday.
Seekonk man caught in tax evasion sting -- FBI and IRS officials recently joined forces in an undercover effort to catch Seekonk, Rhode Island, resident Gerald Diodati.
Former CFO admits to embezzlement, tax evasion -- John Eichner, a Montvale, New Jersey, resident pleaded guilty to charges of tax evasion and wire fraud in a federal court on Tuesday.
North Carolina pastor convicted of tax evasion in foreclosure -- Six months ago, Pastor Anthony and Harriet Jinwright were convicted of tax evasion, and now the church they led is entering foreclosure proceedings.
IRS pressures banks to crack down on tax evasion -- Following a court settlement between the U.S. Department of Justice and Swiss Bank UBS, which gave the U.S. government the names of tax evaders, some lawyers have speculated that more banks could be next.
San Diego Pastor convicted of tax evasion -- A San Diego, California, man who used his position as a pastor to trick an investor out of nearly $13 million dollars received a prison sentence today.
Oregon residents sentenced to tax evasion -- Three Oregon residents were sentenced by a Eugene court this week for charges relating to conspiracy, structuring and tax evasion.
Arkansas attorney disbarred for tax evasion -- Fort Smith, Arkansas, attorney Oscar Stilley, who is currently serving a 15-year prison term for fraud and tax evasion, was disbarred by the Arkansas Supreme Court last week.
IRS enforcement catches Maryland businessman -- A federal jury convicted a Potomac, Maryland, businessman in connection with a more than $20 million tax evasion scheme.
Doctor dispenses illegal drugs, attempts tax evasion -- A doctor in Fayetteville, Tennessee, pleaded guilty to charges of illegally dispensing drugs, defrauding the state's Medicaid program and attempting tax evasion.
Tennessee club owner arrested on tax evasion -- A popular Memphis, Tennessee, businessman was arrested Wednesday on tax evasion charges. The arrest was part of a city wide operation to recoup taxes from area businesses.
Former 'Charger' charged with tax fraud -- FBI and IRS officials in Nashville, Tennessee, joined forced to a arrest a Madison, Mississippi, business owner this week for twelve counts of wire fraud, money laundering and tax evasion.
New Jersey pastor steals from collection -- Monsignor Patrick Brown, a Morris County, New Jersey, pastor at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, pleaded guilty to tax evasion charges after a lengthy IRS probe.
IRS may ramp up IRA tax enforcement -- Individual Retirement Arrangements hold trillions of consumer dollars that under tax law are sheltered from IRS collection.
New Jersey may need IRS help over bonds -- The IRS announced this week it plans to audit over $1 billion in Build America Bonds issued by the New Jersey Turnpike Authority in April of last year.
'Blade' actor wins appeal hearing for tax evasion charges -- Wesley Snipes, renowned martial artist and star of major motion pictures like 'Major League,' 'New Jack City,' and 'The Blade Trilogy,' is taking his tax attorneys to Florida, where he plans to battle tax evasion charges.
Ohio business owner accused of defrauding government -- Robert Sacco, the former owner of Paysource Inc., a human resources outsourcing company, was indicted on 67 accounts of tax evasion in a courtroom in Orlando, Florida, Tuesday.
South Florida contractor commits tax fraud -- Axel Mercado, the owner of Mercado Enterprises, a Miami, Florida-based contracting business, pleaded guilty to one count of tax evasion in a Southern District of Florida court this week.
Missouri couple sentenced for committing tax fraud -- A Branson, Missouri, couple were sentenced on Tuesday for defrauding the government out of income taxes for their restaurant employees.
IRS files tax lien against Grand Lake -- The IRS has placed a $15,000 tax lien on the chamber of commerce of Grand Lake, Colorado.
Idaho county prosecutor files for Chapter 7 -- Former Canyon County, Idaho, prosecutor John Bujak filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy this week.
Chicago mayor's nephew in IRS trouble -- The IRS determined this week that Robert Vanecko, nephew of Chicago, Illinois, Mayor Richard Daley, and his wife failed to pay income and property taxes to the federal government.
Illinois mayor owes IRS income taxes -- The IRS has filed several tax liens against Springfield, Illinois, Mayor Tim Davlin, alleging the elected official owes the U.S. government over $90,000 in unpaid income taxes.
Tax scheme uncovered in Florida prisons -- A new report suggests inmates in South Florida may be stealing millions of tax revenue from the IRS.
IRS raids Pennsylvania adult entertainment center -- Officials from the IRS and FBI raided a national adult entertainment enterprise in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania's, Center City this week.
Indiana trustee may need tax help -- Lorraine Wittenbraker, an Ohio, Indiana, Township trustee is being accused by board members of defaulting on payments to the IRS.
Maine candidate absolved of property tax violations -- A Florida county has ended an investigation into tax breaks taken by the family of Maine Republican gubernatorial candidate Paul LePage.
Chiropractor gets two years for income tax evasion -- A New Hampshire chiropractor was sentenced for tax evasion this week in a U.S. District Court.
IRS to examine Build America Bond compliance -- The IRS announced this week it plans to review Build America Bonds issued in 2009 and 2010 in order to ensure their compliance with federal tax law.
Republicans target IRS enforcement -- IRS funding could become a hot-button issue once Congress resumes session, as Republicans attempt to block the new health care bill.
IRS enforcement tool given to New York -- Officials in New York City are gaining access to an IRS database that officials say will help increase tax settlements and reduce tax evasion.
Muslim civil rights group asks for IRS investigation -- In a letter this week, the Council on American-Islamic Relations, a prominent Muslim civil rights and advocacy group, urged the IRS to look into the Investigative Project on Terrorism Foundation.
California attorney pleads guilty to tax evasion -- Craig Shaber, a practicing attorney from San Diego, California, pleaded guilty last Thursday to one count of income tax evasion.
IRS budget increased in 2010 -- Congress added an additional $400 million of taxpayer funds into the IRS enforcement budget this year.
Lancaster family found guilty of income tax evasion -- A Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, family was found guilty of federal tax evasion in a federal court last week.
City of San Antonio faces IRS scrutiny -- The IRS is auditing $275 million worth of Build America Bonds issued by the city of San Antonio, Texas, and $600 million from a Chicago sewer district.
Chicago podiatrist may foot bill for own defense -- IRS officials have charged Randy Pachnik, a Chicago podiatrist, with attempting to evade income taxes.
UBS criminal tax case dismissed -- U.S. prosecutors dismissed a criminal tax evasion charge against Swiss Bank, UBS, taking the company off probation Friday.
Former tax official guilty of tax evasion -- Anthony Crecco, a former tax commissioner from Morris County, New Jersey, pleaded guilty to breaking tax laws this week
IRS files tax liens against techno pioneer -- DJ Kevin Saunderson, a prominent Detroit techno producer known as "The Elevator," reportedly owes more than $100,000 in taxes to the IRS.
Utilities owner agrees to IRS settlement -- Michael J. Armitage, a former Pittsfield, Massachusetts, business man, pleaded guilty in a U.S. District Court on Wednesday to charges that he failed to file tax returns with the IRS.
IRS complaint filed against Minnesota Pastor -- Rev. Brad Brandon may find himself in hot water with the IRS, after taunting the government to pursue legal actions against him from his Sunday pulpit.
Chicago Lawyer pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A Chicago attorney pleaded guilty to tax evasion and conspiracy charges for his implication in a billion-dollar tax evasion scheme.
Tax evader ordered to serve pizza to poor -- A Buffalo Supreme Court Judge sentenced convicted tax evader and pizza shop owner Joesph Jacobbi to continue serving pizza Tuesday, albeit to a different sort of clientele.
NJ Insurance broker admits tax evasion -- A Morristown, New Jersey, insurance broker pleaded guilty to three counts of tax evasion in a Trenton District Court this week.
Petters accountant sentenced for tax fraud -- Former Petters Group accountant, James Wehmhoff, a participant in a company Ponzi scheme, pleaded guilty to two counts of tax fraud this week.
Brother of Afghan president faces tax evasion charges -- In a move that could strain U.S., Afghan relations, Afghan President Hamid Karzai's older brother Mahmood could soon be indicted by the IRS.
Rapper faces IRS probe -- 'You Got Served' star may be getting served a tax evasion charge.
IRS to auction Young Buck's property -- The IRS plans to auction off dozens of items that were once owned by Nashville rapper Young Buck.
Search of strip club owner reveals IRS fraud -- A strip club owner in Libertyville, Illinois, was charged with criminal tax evasion this week, seven years after his arrest.
South Carolina councilman faces tax charges -- Columbia, South Carolina's longest-serving city councilman, E.W. Cromartie II, is set to appear in court this week, where he faces charges of federal tax evasion.
Bethesda family sentenced for tax evasion -- A federal judge sentenced a Bethesda, Maryland, couple this week for tax evasion.
IRS asked to investigate terrorist funding -- ClergyVoice, a group of Ohio ministers, has asked the IRS to investigate an organization that sponsors the National Prayer Breakfast, an annual political meeting hosted by members of the U.S. Congress.
Tax evader found with hidden treasure -- IRS agents in Greeneville, Tennessee, received a surprise last week when they dug up four PVC pipes containing $200,000 worth of gold and silver coins in the Cherokee National Forest.
Republicans scrutinize IRS moves -- Recent moves by the IRS to investigate political groups, including one notable Karl Rove-backed group, are being met with skepticism by Republicans.
Drive-in owner sentenced for tax evasion -- A Port Orchard, Washington, woman was sentenced to three years probation and a $30,000 fine, after she was found guilty of failing to pay income taxes.
Colorado authorities accuse chief of tax evasion -- Chief Red Hawk, the leader of Colorado's Latgawa Indian tribe, has been arrested on charges of racketeering, theft, forgery and tax evasion.
Non-profits risk losing tax excempt status -- Charitable groups across the country face losing their tax-exempt statuses due to a little known mandate in federal tax law if they fail to comply by week's end.
Iowa pastor fights IRS -- Pastor Cary Gorden of Cornerstone World Outreach found himself in hot water with the IRS after some recent political activity in his home state of Iowa.
Killer drywall tax break offered -- Consumers whose homes suffer from unexplained damages may have had defective drywalls lining their houses.
Tribal chairman pleads guilty to tax evasion -- Robert Salgado Sr., the former chairman of the California-based Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians, pleaded guilty to charges of tax evasion in a L.A. court today
Former "Big Brother" pleads guilty -- Adam Jasinski rose to fame when he outlasted his fellow housemates on the long-running CBS reality game show Big Brother 9.
IRS investigating group tied to Karl Rove -- If campaign watchdog groups have their way, the Internal Revenue Service may soon be auditing Crossroads Grassroots Policy Strategies, a non-profit company tied to President Bush's former Chief of Staff, Karl Rove.
AT&T announces IRS settlement -- AT&T recently announced a $300 million dollar IRS settlement for the upcoming fiscal quarter.
Illinois man sentenced to jail time for tax evasion -- An Illinois man has been sentenced to 32 months in a federal prison for tax evasion. Orvil Duane Hassebrock, originally from Kinmundy, Illinois, owes more than $400,000 in back taxes. The 57-year-old was convicted by a jury in April for willfully evading taxes and failing to file returns in 2004 and 2005.
Pennsylvania couple convicted of tax evasion -- A Pennsylvania businessman and his wife were sentenced for income tax evasion this week after they were found guilty of filing false returns. Albert Berrettini Jr., 59, and his wife Mary Ann, 60, were each convicted in a U.S. District Court, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Former Massachusetts lawyer convicted of tax evasion -- A Massachusetts lawyer has been convicted of tax evasion after failing to pay more than $132,216 in personal income taxes. Martin Ahlijanian, 48, pleaded guilty to the charges against him this week in a U.S. District Court.
California computer salesman pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A California salesman who pleaded guilty to tax evasion has been given 15 months in prison in addition to restitution. Anthony Lim, 45, was indicted on two counts of tax evasion and three counts of willingly failing to file tax returns to the Internal Revenue Service.
Peetes face tax lien of more than $156,000 -- According to public records, former Detroit Lions quarterback Rodney Peete and his wife, Holly Robinson Peete, owe more than $156,000 in back taxes to the government. The Internal Revenue Service filed a lien against the couple on July 22 with the Los Angeles County Recorder of Deeds. Records show the taxes date back to 2008.
Snyder blames tax liens on billing mix-up -- Two tax liens have been filed against gubernatorial candidate Rick Snyder's businesses in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
New Mexico couple faces up to 40 years in prison for tax evasion -- The trial for a New Mexico couple officially began this week following their 2009 indictment for tax evasion charges. Mark and Sharon Hopkins have seven counts of tax evasion and one count of conspiracy to impede the Internal Revenue Service against them. They could face up to 40 years in a federal prison if they are found guilty.
Massachusetts financial adviser guilty of tax evasion -- This week, a Massachusetts accountant was found guilty of tax evasion. Gary Mallows, a former Longmeadow accountant and financial adviser, was originally indicted in April 2009. On Monday, a jury found him guilty of one count of tax evasion and three counts of failure to file taxes in a U.S. District Court.
Former Louisiana mayor receives reduced sentence for tax evasion -- The former mayor of Mandeville, Louisiana, to received a reduced sentence after pleading guilty to charges of fraud and tax evasion last year. Eddie Price, who was originally sentenced to 64 months in prison, had his time cut to 40 months by a judge on Wednesday.
Former New Jersey tax preparer pleads guilty to filing false returns -- A New Jersey tax preparer pleaded guilty this week to filing false statements to the Internal Revenue Service, according to the U.S. Attorney's Office. Rommel Amante, 35, operated Montgomery Tax Services in Jersey City. He admitted to withholding nearly $900,000 that he fraudulently obtained.
Omaha construction company closes due to tax lien, poor economy -- CYC Remcon Construction abruptly closed its doors this week on not only clients, but its workers as well. Employees were told to pack up and leave after the company made the decision to end its services. An investigation team found the company owed nearly $800,000 in back taxes. CYC Remcon Construction had been issued an employment tax lien by the Internal Revenue Service.
Former Columbia councilman pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A South Carolina man facing federal tax evasion charges is to be sentenced in October for allegedly failing to file returns from April 2003 to 2009. E.W. Cromartie, Columbia's longest serving councilman, pleaded guilty to one count of income tax evasion and two counts of aggravated structuring this past April.
IRS suing councilman who allegedly failed to file $2.1 million in taxes -- The Internal Revenue Service is reportedly suing Erie County Councilman Ebert Beeman, 61, who successfully ran for councilman last November. He failed to report nearly $2.1 million in unpaid income taxes and penalties.
Former campaign aide sentenced for tax evasion, embezzlement -- Michael Sohn, an aide for Connecticut Congressman Christopher Shays, has been sentenced to 37 months in prison after embezzling more than $250,000 in campaign funds. The Fairfield, Connecticut, man apologized upon being sentenced on Tuesday afternoon. Sohn pleaded guilty to the charges of embezzlement and tax evasion against him back in March.
Playoff PAC files complaint to IRS over BCS -- This week, the Playoff PAC filed a 27-page complaint to the Internal Revenue Service, citing that the Bowl Championship Series uses the revenue from games to give executives bonuses and pay lobbyists without disclosure. The Playoff PAC claims that the BCS, a rival national college football council, is abusing their tax exempt status.
Man attempts to evade taxes with Russian mail-order bride -- A motion has been filed by a federal prosecutor to force a man convicted of tax evasion to pay for his trial expenses. Edward Eastwood, 63, originally obtained a mail-order bride from Russia and her daughter in an effort to withhold taxes.
Tax evasion scam artists sentenced to jail time -- Three of nine promoters of a tax evasion scheme have been sentenced to prison for charges of tax fraud, wire fraud and money laundering. A federal court in Pensacola, Florida, sentenced the individuals after they participated in a scam offering clients fraudulent tax-and-debt-elimination.
New Mexico couple submit guilty pleas in tax evasion case -- A New Mexico couple has plead guilty to tax evasion prior to the beginning of their trial. Gary and Anita Crosley of Rio Rancho gave their last-minute pleas on Tuesday, according to prosecutors. They were indicted on tax evasion charges back in April 2008 by a Sandoval County grand jury.
Two brothers admit to filing false tax reports -- Brothers William and Kenneth Bialczak admitted in U.S. District Court this week that they skimmed nearly $1 million in cash from their related businesses. This comes after many questioned the investigation that resulted in the FBI seizing sums of cash from the brothers' towing business.
Two business owners sentenced for tax evasion -- A Massachusetts couple was sentenced to three years in prison for tax evasion, failure to file tax returns and conspiracy on Friday, according to the Justice Department and Internal Revenue Department. Fredrick and Kimberlee Allen were convicted by a jury on April 21.
Pennsylvania men facing charges of tax fraud -- Three individuals, including a former Limerick employee, have been charged with tax fraud, according to the U.S. Attorney's Eastern District of Pennsylvania office. David Kane, 38, Mark Marino, 40, and Jamie Baugher, 32, were listed as the men facing charges, a release from the U.S. Attorney's office notes.
Pennsylvania nonprofit faces tax lien from IRS -- This week, the Internal Revenue Service placed a $30,000 tax lien on Scranton Tomorrow, a Pennsylvania charity organization, for failing to report payroll taxes. The group does not face additional sanctions, however, after paying down approximately $7,000 of the lien thus far.
New Jersey businessman pleads guilty to evading taxes -- This week, a New Jersey man pleaded guilty to withholding more than $100,000 in income taxes from the nail salon he operates with his wife. Christopher Yune, a resident of Parsippany, has four counts of personal income tax evasion against him dating back to 2007, according to the Internal Revenue Service. He plead guilty to one of the four charges.
Small nonprofits may lose tax-exempt statuses -- New reports say a proposed federal law may put nearly 325,000 nonprofits across the country at risk of losing their tax-exempt status. After a number failed to file required returns, the Internal Revenue Service says it is considering revoking the tax-exempt status from all nonprofits.
Quellos Group LLC run by two Seattle tax evaders -- Quellos Group LLC was advertised as an investment firm, dedicated to helping clients manage their taxes. Now, investigators have discovered the business was just another tax evasion scam, led by two Seattle men looking to help clients avoid paying their dues to the Internal Revenue Service.
Former healthcare operator pleads guilty to tax evasion -- A Connecticut man who originally helped operated a number of healthcare services across the state pleaded guilty to tax evasion. John Durante, 50, admitted in a Hartford courtroom to withholding payroll taxes for a number of years.
Philadelphia man withholds taxes from law firm -- A Philadelphia lawyer was indicted on tax evasion and wire fraud charges earlier this week after allegedly defrauding $380,000 from his firm. Charles Naselsky, 50, is accused of taking the money by having his clients write checks out directly to him, as opposed to his business.
Haley's family business slapped with tax lien by IRS -- The Internal Revenue Service issued liens on a South Carolina business owned by gubernatorial candidate Nikki Haley after failing to report taxes three times.
Ohio businessman pleads guilty to tax evasion -- An Ohio businessman pleaded guilty to two counts of tax evasion in a U.S. District Court in Akron this week. Alex Byczek, the owner of Strongsville Marathon Inc., admitted to not filing his personal income between 2003 and 2004, according to Internal Revenue Service Public Information Officer Frank Brown.
Actor Nicolas Cage settles tax dispute with former accountant -- Reports say that actor Nicolas Cage settled a law suit against his former accountant, Sam Levin, originally filed in October 2009. Cage claimed that Levin had overcharged him for his services and misled him in regards to tax preparation.
UBS AG expects IRS to drop charges -- The Internal Revenue Service filed a suit against the UBS AG in 2009 after an investigation showed that they had helped hundreds of clients evade taxes. Now that they have agreed to cooperate with the U.S. government, however, the IRS has agreed to drop charges against the bank.
Puppy mills may be shut down under tax evasion charges -- When Al Capone finally landed himself in jail, it wasn't from murder or bootlegging charges - it was for tax evasion. Now, that's what Andrew Swain hopes to use against puppy mills to put an end to animal cruelty.
Texas adult day care closes due to tax lien -- A Texas adult care center that was heavily relied on by the community of Abilene has been shut down after operators failed to pay an outstanding tax lien. The Internal Revenue Service filed a lien against the property after almost $140,000 in payroll taxes and penalties were not paid.
Outgoing board president clears name of tax lien -- According to public records, outgoing Cook County Board President Todd Stroger has paid off a tax lien that the IRS issued against him in 2008. The lien was placed on Stroger's property back in May of that year after he withdrew too much money from his retirement account and could not repay the taxes that came with the cash.
Records show BART board member owes outstanding tax lien -- New reports found that Bay Area Rapid Transit board member Lynette Sweet owes nearly $20,000 in taxes and penalties, according to public records. A 2005 audit by the Internal Revenue Service found that Sweet had more than $14,000 back taxes from 2000. The IRS then proceeded to file a lien against the BART board member's property.
Los Angeles union leader gets jail time for tax evasion -- A former Los Angeles union leader has been sentenced to four months in prison after swindling nearly $52,000 from a voter outreach program. Alejandro Stephens, 66, pleaded guilty to charges against him last year for mail fraud and tax evasion. On top of his federal prison sentence, he will be under house arrest for three months.
Florida man involved in Snipes case sentenced to jail time -- Wesley Snipes recently made headlines when he motioned for a retrial in the tax evasion charges against him. Now, those who helped the actor and several others avoid filling taxes are receiving jail time after swindling the government out of nearly $1 billion.
IRS files tax lien against New York firm -- The Internal Revenue Service filed a tax lien totaling $580,666 against Patricia Lynch Associates, a popular lobbying firm in New York. Lynch failed to file payroll taxes, according to the latest reports. The IRS caught onto her after she spent nearly $1 million on legal fees to fend off a probe by Attorney General Andrew Cuomo.
Connecticut man sentenced to three years for tax evasion -- A Connecticut man is facing tax evasion charges has been sentenced to three years in jail. Albert Holland, 70, originally faced 11 years in prison when he was indicted on the counts against him.
Wesley Snipes motions for retrial -- In August, actor Wesley Snipes was granted the option for a retrial in a tax evasion case that began in 2008. He was sentenced to three years in jail after being found guilty of willful failure to file returns in 1999, 2000 and 2001, but has been out on bail since the original trial. Now, Snipes is taking advantage of the option to avoid jail time altogether by requesting a retrial.
Former California tax preparer admits evasion -- A former California tax preparer was charged with four counts of tax evasion. Arthur Lawson, 66, pleaded guilty to the charges against him this week in federal court. He admitted that he had prepared and filed false returns between 2002 and 2003.
Former Illinois landfill owner linked to Blagojevich charged with tax evasion -- A former Joliet, Illinois, landfill owner has found himself in trouble with the tax man after allegedly evading nearly $2 million in taxes over the past five years. Frank Schmidt, 40, owned the Land Reclamation Services landfill. His employee, Dominic Grande, has been charged with four misdemeanor counts of tax evasion while Schmidt faces five counts himself. Reports say that both men intend to plead guilty.
Former day trader faces $172 million tax lien -- A former New York day trader has been slapped with a $172 million tax lien by the Internal Revenue Service. Marcos Esparza Bofill, a native of Spain, moved to the United States to try his hand at day trading in 2006. After losing it all, he traveled back to his homeland where he has just received word of his bill from the tax man.
Director Warren Zide faces tax lien from California -- Hollywood director Warren Zide recently made headlines when he filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on August 18. Now, Zide is in trouble with the tax man.
UBS AG tax evasion case shows signs of ending -- At the beginning of this year, UBS AG admitted to helping approximately 4,450 clients evade taxes. The Swiss Finance Ministry and U.S. officials met this week to discuss bringing the case to a close after UBS AG handed over information on nearly 2,000 accounts.
Michigan attorney faces allegations of tax evasion from government -- A Michigan attorney that has handled cases for a number of high-profile clients is now being accused of tax evasion. Charles Rominger Jr. is under heat from the federal government after allegedly avoiding $150,000 of income taxes in 2005.
Nonprofits abusing tax-exempt status -- While many nonprofit organizations typically receive tax-exempt statusfrom the Internal Revenue Service, new report are finding that some are abusing the privilege. In the recent Michigan primary election for governor, a number of nonprofits allegedly donated money to candidates without paying taxes.
TV-advertised tax preparer Roni Deutch sued by Sacramento County -- New reports say that Roni Deutch, the self-proclaimed "Tax Lady," is being sued by Sacramento County for allegedly swindling thousands of dollars from clients. Deutch, who has been featured on a number of television ads for her tax preparation services, is suspected of stealing nearly $34 million from debt-ridden customers.
Tennessee lawyer sentenced to probation, house arrest for tax evasion -- A Tennessee lawyer has been sentenced to one year of probation and six months of home confinement after being convicted of tax evasion. Bill Lockett failed to report his income to the Internal Revenue Service, but has since repaid the $16,000 he owed, including interest.
Actor Wesley Snipes granted the option for a retrial -- Actor Wesley Snipes, 48, has been out on bail since 2008 after a long battle against the Internal Revenue Service. He was previously brought to court on three misdemeanor charges of willful failure to report his income to the IRS, but he might get a second chance to clear his name.
Rapper Young Buck loses assets to the IRS -- Young Buck is the latest rapper to make headlines for tax evasion this month, as Internal Revenue Service agents raided the musician's home toting weapons. The fuss was over $300,000 in back taxes Young Buck allegedly owed the IRS. While the rapper was allowed to keep his home and cars, several of his assets were seized.
Missouri couple found guilty of tax evasion -- Two Missouri residents have been sentenced to five years of probation after pleading guilty to tax evasion. Dewayne Acklin, 46, and his wife, Lisa Lynch Acklin, 50, from Kansas City, also have to do 500 hours of community service and pay $106,953 in restitution to the Internal Revenue Service.
Reports show PHA chief had tax lien issued against him -- Philadelphia Housing Authority chief Carl Greene recently made headlines after he left a mortgage unpaid, but new reports show that the Internal Revenue Service stirred up other troubles for him as well. This past week, Greene paid off a lien of $52,480 stemming from unpaid federal taxes, which was previously not publicized.
IMPACT Services relieved of tax lien -- Last month, a tax lien of more than $947,000 was filed against IMPACT Services, a radioactive waste management company. CEO Ken Griffin claimed that the money owed was based on a misunderstanding resulting from a mix-up when IMPACT Services was bought out by another company in 2006. Now, new reports are saying that Griffin and the company's name have finally been cleared.
IRS files tax lien against supermodel Naomi Campbell -- Supermodel Naomi Campbell recently made news when she was required to testify against ex-Liberian president Charles Taylor after allegedly receiving blood diamonds from him in 1997. Now, the Internal Revenue Service seems intent on keeping her in the headlines.
Tax evaders claim innocence regarding offshore accounts -- As the federal government begins to crack down on suspected tax evaders for storing assets offshore, attorneys are feeling the backlash from clients who say they are innocent. Over the past year, the Internal Revenue Service has launched a nationwide investigation into whether Americans have used bank accounts overseas to hide earnings in the past.
IRS lacked resources to record how $31.9 million in recovery funds were used -- A government audit has revealed that although the Internal Revenue Service claimed that it took the steps to prepare procurements under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, it did not have the control to ensure that it would comply with new regulations.
Missouri pharmacist charged with tax evasion -- A Missouri man pleaded guilty this week to charges of tax evasion after failing to report his income. Steven Crain, 53, is a registered pharmacist in his hometown of Springfield. He only reported a portion of his income between 2003 and 2007.
Pennsylvania Revenue Department to post liens online -- The Pennsylvania State Revenue Department announced this week that following the successful completion of a tax amnesty program in June, it will take the next step to expose more residents with outstanding liens in an effort to collect the missing revenue.
Illinois nonprofits being cut slack by IRS to preserve tax-exemption statuses -- The Internal Revenue Service has announced that it will be offering relief to thousands of nonprofit organizations across Illinois that are at risk of losing their tax-exempt status due to unfiled returns. Many groups are unaware of the 2006 law that requires all tax-exempt organizations to file an annual return.

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