Category Archives: Tax Evasion

Hatch Facing January 10th Trial

Posted on December 28, 2005 by Russ

Richard Hatch, the Survivor winner who allegedly elected to stiff the IRS, faces a January 10th trial date in Providence, Rhode Island on ten counts of tax evasion, filing a false income tax return, wire fraud, bank fraud, and mail … Continue reading →

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Bribery & Tax Evasion for a Congressman

Posted on November 28, 2005 by Russ

Congressman Randy “Duke” Cunningham (R-CA) pled guilty today to charges of conspiracy to commit mail fraud and wire fraud and tax evasion. The charges stem from Cunningham “selling” his house for an inflated price; the new owner then immediately re-sold … Continue reading →

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Voodoo Chief Convicted of Tax Evasion

Posted on November 20, 2005 by Russ

Sharon Lee Caulder, now of New Orleans, was convicted on Friday of failing to file tax returns and hiding assets during her bankruptcy. Ms. Caulder apparently made $1.7 million in gross income between 1998 and 2002, mostly from sale of … Continue reading →

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A Humdrum Tax Opinion by the Next Supreme Court Justice?

Posted on October 28, 2005 by Russ

With the withdrawal of Harriet Miers as a nominee for the Supreme Court, speculation has centered on several individuals as a possible nominee, including Judge Michael McConnell. In this unpublished opinion, which is a model of brevity, Judge McConnell rejects … Continue reading →

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How to Imprison Yourself

Posted on October 22, 2005 by Russ

It’s simple. During sentencing for tax evasion, just question the judge’s credentials and the US government’s right to make you file a tax return. The judge involved, Walter Rice of Ohio, said it best, “Why are you doing this to … Continue reading →

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Adelphia Founder Indicted on Tax Evasion Charges

Posted on October 7, 2005 by Russ

John Rigas, founder of Adelphia Communications, and his son Timothy, were indicted on tax evasion charges. According to this article, they diverted $1.85 billion for their personal use from Adelphia. The pair has already been found guilty of fraud and … Continue reading →

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Hatch Pleads Not Guilty; Return Shopping?

Posted on September 19, 2005 by Russ

Survivor Richard Hatch pled not guilty today to charges that he didn’t report his $1 million in winnings from the reality television show, and charges of filing a false S-corporation tax return, mail fraud, wire fraud, and bank fraud. Hatch … Continue reading →

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All Knowing, All Seeing…

Posted on September 13, 2005 by Russ

…so does he know his fate in court? “Caryville Psychic Accused of Tax Evasion” screams the headline. Hat tip: Roth Tax Updates

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Hatch Indicted

Posted on September 11, 2005 by Russ

Richard Hatch, the winner of the first Survivor television show, was indicted on ten counts of tax evasion and bank fraud. While his attorney calls the indictment “a publicity scheme,” Hatch could end up paying fines of over $1 million … Continue reading →

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KPMG: $456 Million Fine, Seven Indicted

Posted on August 29, 2005 by Russ

The other shoe dropped on KPMG today. According to this story, KPMG will pay a fine of $456 million, accept an outside auditor, and shut down its tax practice for high net-worth individuals within six months. Additionally, seven former partners … Continue reading →

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