As a civil and criminal tax controversy defense law firm, we often see the consequences of individuals and businesses failing to properly report and pay their federal and state income taxes. In a recent case, Larry Dayton of Florida was sentenced to 36 months in prison for conspiring to defraud the IRS in connection with his ownership and operation of illegal gambling businesses in Ohio. If you have failed to file a tax return for one or more years, or have taken a knowingly-false position on a tax return, it is in your best interest to contact an experienced tax defense attorney as soon as possible.
Defendant Operated Illegal Gambling Business and Defrauded IRS
According to court documents, Dayton and his co-conspirators owned and operated two illegal gambling businesses, Skilled Shamrock and Redemption, from 2009 to 2018. As part of his guilty plea, Dayton admitted to filing false tax returns that omitted the cash income he received from these businesses, and to concealing the true ownership interests of the other co-conspirators and himself by fraudulently placing the businesses in the names of others. In total, Dayton failed to report more than $2 million in income to the IRS.
In addition to his prison sentence, Dayton was ordered to serve three years of supervised release and pay $938,000 in restitution to the United States. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of accurately reporting and paying all required taxes, whether for a legal or an illegal business. Even illegal source income is reportable for income tax purposes.
Seeking the Help of an Experienced Tax Defense Attorney at the First Sign of Trouble
At our tax law firm, we understand that navigating the complex world of tax laws can be overwhelming, which is why we are here to help. Our team of experienced attorneys and accountants is dedicated to providing personalized, comprehensive legal representation to individuals and businesses facing civil and criminal tax-related issues. We offer a range of services, including assistance with tax planning, audit representation, and civil and criminal tax dispute resolution and defense.
If you are facing tax problems or simply want to ensure that your business is in compliance with all tax laws and regulations, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our team is here to help you navigate the often-confusing world of taxes and ensure that you are in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
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Regardless of your business or estate needs, the professionals at the Tax Law Offices of David W. Klasing are here for you. We are open for business and our team will help ensure that your business is too. Contact the Law Offices of David W. Klasing today to discuss your business with one of our professionals.
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If you have failed to file a tax return for one or more years or have taken a position on a tax return that could not be supported upon an IRS or state tax authority audit, eggshell audit, reverse eggshell audit, or criminal tax investigation, it is in your best interest to contact an experienced tax defense attorney to determine your best route back into federal or state tax compliance without facing criminal prosecution.
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