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New Orleans Man Charged with Aiding in Filing False Taxes
A New Orleans man has been charged with a serious crime: Leroy G. Jackson, a 49-year-old resident of New Orleans, has been accused of aiding in the filing of false tax returns.
According to the charges, in February 2016, Jackson assisted in preparing a false tax return for a taxpayer. The false return included business losses, charitable deductions, and unreimbursed employee expenses. The resulting refund was over $16,000.00 in excess of what the taxpayer should have received.
The charges against Jackson are severe, and if convicted, he faces a maximum sentence of three years of imprisonment, a fine of up to $100,000.00, up to one year of supervised release, and a $100 mandatory special assessment.
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans emphasized that a bill of information is merely a charge and that the guilt of the defendant must be proven beyond a reasonable doubt.
The investigation into Jackson’s activities is being handled by the Internal Revenue Service-Criminal Investigations. Assistant United States Attorney Matthew R. Payne is in charge of the prosecution.
Jackson’s case serves as a reminder of the importance of honesty in tax filing. The consequences of falsifying tax returns can be severe, and it is crucial for individuals to adhere to the law.
Defendant: Leroy G. Jackson, 49, of New Orleans
Criminal Charges: Aiding and assisting in the filing of false tax returns (Title 26, United States Code, Section 7206(2))
City and State: New Orleans, Louisiana
Date: February 2016
Sentence or Outcome: Currently facing charges; maximum sentence of three years of imprisonment, fine of up to $100,000.00, and $100 mandatory special assessment
Dollar Amounts: Refund of over $16,000.00 in excess of what the taxpayer should have received
Key Facts
- State: Louisiana
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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