New Orleans – The grimy streets of Kenner, LA, are echoing with the news that MARTHA BUEZO MARTINEZ, a 48-year-old local woman, has been slapped with a two-count Bill of Information for her alleged failure to pay over $10,000 in employment taxes. This crime, detailed under Title 26, United States Code, Section 7202, could land Martinez behind bars for up to five years.
Martinez now faces the prospect of serving five years in the slammer, paying a $10,000 fine, and enduring three years of supervised release following her prison term. Additionally, she will be hit with a special assessment fee of $100.
According to U.S. Attorney Peter G. Strasser, the Bill of Information is merely an accusation, reiterating that MARTINEZ is presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.
The Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation division has been praised for their diligent work on this case by Strasser, who also highlighted Assistant United States Attorney Duane A. Evans as the prosecutor handling the matter.
This latest development in the Kenner tax scandal serves as a stark reminder to local businesses and taxpayers of the serious consequences that can result from failing to comply with employment tax laws.
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Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Agency: DOJ USAO
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes|Public Corruption
- Source: Official Source ↗
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