Robert Brockman, the 2020 Tax Offender of the Year, passed away last weekend. Mr. Brockman was facing a 39-count indictment for tax fraud and related charges; his trial was set for this coming February. Mr. Brockman’s attorneys argued that he was incompetent to stand trial due to dementia; however, the judge had ruled him competent. The criminal case is now moot—Mr. Brockman is answering to a higher authority; the civil case will continue against his estate (the IRS attempting to obtain back taxes, penalties, and interest).
My condolences to his family.