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Doc Pleads Guilty to IRS Obstruction
A medical doctor from North Carolina pleaded guilty to corruptly obstructing the due administration of the internal revenue laws.
According to court documents, Dr. Joseph Jacob Hummel purchased the home of an acquaintance and was repaid for the purchase a short time later. When IRS Special Agents interviewed Dr. Hummel about the real estate transaction, he falsely stated that he rented the property to the original owner and sent the agents a sham lease to support his statement.
The investigation was led by special agents of IRS-Criminal Investigation, who worked tirelessly to unravel the complex web of deceit spun by Dr. Hummel.
Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Richard E. Zuckerman and United States Attorney Matthew G.T. Martin praised the investigative efforts of the IRS-Criminal Investigation agents and thanked Trial Attorney Kevin Schneider of the Tax Division and Assistant United States Attorney Frank Chut, who are prosecuting the case.
The guilty plea is a significant blow to Dr. Hummel’s reputation and could have serious consequences for his future. Dr. Hummel faces a maximum sentence of three years in prison, as well as a period of supervised release and monetary penalties.
Sentencing is scheduled for March 26, 2019. The public is eager to see justice served in this case, and we will continue to follow the developments closely.
As a society, we rely on our leaders, including medical professionals, to uphold the law and act with integrity. Dr. Hummel’s actions fell far short of these expectations, and his guilty plea serves as a reminder of the importance of accountability in our communities.
The investigation and prosecution of Dr. Hummel’s case is a testament to the tireless efforts of law enforcement and prosecutors in North Carolina to protect the public and uphold the law.
Key Facts
- State: North Carolina
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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