Opal Harris, Preparing a False Tax Return, Nebraska 2019

OMAHA, Neb. – In a brazen display of financial dishonesty, Opal Harris, 38, has pleaded guilty to preparing a false tax return, leaving the community reeling with disappointment.

Harris entered a plea of guilty on February 14, 2019, in United States District Court in Omaha to the charge of willfully preparing a false tax return. This egregious offense carries a penalty of up to three years in prison, a fine of up to $100,000, and up to one year of supervised release. The Honorable Robert F. Rossiter, Jr. accepted the guilty plea and set sentencing for May 10, 2019, at 10:30 a.m.

‘Dishonest return preparers use a variety of methods to cheat the government and the taxpaying public,’ said Karl Stiften, Special Agent in Charge of IRS Criminal Investigation. ‘Tax practitioners and return preparers have a duty to their clients to prepare tax returns that comply with the law and are complete and accurate.’

The investigation into Harris’s activities was carried out by the Internal Revenue Service, who worked tirelessly to uncover the truth behind her financial deceit. The IRS’s dedication to rooting out tax evasion is a testament to their commitment to protecting the integrity of our tax system.

The consequences of Harris’s actions are severe, and it is clear that she has put her own interests ahead of the law. Her guilty plea is a stark reminder that financial dishonesty will not be tolerated, and those who engage in it will be held accountable.

As the community continues to grapple with the fallout from Harris’s actions, it is essential to remember that honesty and transparency are the cornerstones of a fair and just society. We must remain vigilant in our pursuit of truth and justice, and hold those responsible for financial crimes accountable for their actions.

With sentencing set for May 10, 2019, Opal Harris will have the opportunity to face the consequences of her actions. Only time will tell what the future holds for this Omaha woman, but one thing is certain: the people demand honesty and integrity from those who serve them.

For more information, contact Joe Kelly, United States Attorney, at [insert contact information].

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