Daniel Mattison, Filing False and Fraudulent Tax Returns, Colorado 2023

In a shocking case of tax return deception, Denver-area tax preparer Daniel Mattison has been accused of filing false and fraudulent tax returns for his customers.

According to a civil complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado, Mattison, through his business DCM Financial Inc., prepared thousands of federal income tax returns between 2018 and 2023. However, the complaint alleges that these returns were riddled with errors, fabrications, and fraudulent entries.

Specifically, the complaint claims that Mattison claimed false tax credits, fabricated business schedules, created bogus income, and altered tax return information without his customers’ consent or knowledge. This was allegedly done to reduce taxable income and inflate refunds improperly and illegally.

Despite repeated warnings from the IRS about Mattison’s unlawful conduct, the assessment of civil penalties against him, and the temporary suspension of his Electronic Filing Identification Number (EFIN) for failing to comply with filing and payment requirements, Mattison continued to prepare and file improper and fraudulent tax returns.

The United States has been harmed by Mattison’s conduct, resulting in significant losses of tax revenue. An estimated $1.99 million in tax revenue was lost in 2018 and 2019 alone, according to the complaint.

Deputy Assistant Attorney General David A. Hubbert of the Tax Division made the announcement, warning taxpayers to remain vigilant against unscrupulous tax preparers. The IRS has information on its website for choosing a tax return preparer and has launched a free directory of federal tax preparers.

The Justice Department’s Tax Division has obtained injunctions against hundreds of unscrupulous tax preparers in the past decade. If you believe someone is violating an injunction, contact the Tax Division with details.

Taxpayers should be cautious when choosing a tax return preparer and should always research their credentials before entrusting them with their financial information.

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