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Alaska Attorney Sentenced to Prison for Tax Evasion
Anchorage, Alaska – In a shocking turn of events, a local attorney was sentenced to 14 months in prison for failing to file tax returns, despite earning gross income in excess of the filing threshold.
According to court documents, Paul D. Stockler, a criminal defense attorney operating a law practice in Anchorage, pleaded guilty in June 2014 to three counts of willful failure to file income tax returns. The court found that Stockler’s conduct caused a tax loss to the government of $886,058.
Stockler, who has defended individuals charged with financial crimes, was particularly aware of his obligations under the tax laws and the consequences of violating them. Despite this, he failed to file his tax returns for the years 2006, 2008, and 2009, and has still not paid the more than $800,000 in income taxes that he owed for those years.
During the same time period, Stockler made personal expenditures for gambling, cars, and property. The government’s sentencing memorandum also revealed that Stockler failed to file timely income tax returns for the years 2000 through 2004, 2007, 2010, and 2011, failed to file employment tax returns during the years 2004 through 2008, and failed to pay employment taxes to the IRS.
Stockler’s sentencing also included a one-year term of supervised release and an order to pay restitution to the IRS in the amount of $886,058. This case serves as a reminder that no one is above the law, and tax evaders will be held accountable for their actions.
Acting Assistant Attorney General Caroline D. Ciraolo commended special agents of IRS-Criminal Investigation for their role in investigating the case, as well as Trial Attorney Kevin F. Sweeney and Assistant U.S. Attorney Katherine Wong for their prosecution efforts.
This case highlights the importance of tax compliance and the consequences of failing to do so. The government will continue to pursue those who willfully disregard their tax obligations and seek to cheat the system.
Key Facts
- State: Alaska
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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