Rhonda Hartmann, a resident of Texas, pleaded guilty to tax fraud, totaling $560,124, for tax years 2006, 2007 and 2008, in a Corpus Christi courtroom.
According to court documents, Hartmann admitted to filing tax returns that included fraudulent form 1099-OIDs and requested a refund of monies not actually withheld. The scheme spanned over three years, with the total amount of fraudulent claims amounting to $560,124.
Hartmann’s guilty plea came after a federal grand jury in Corpus Christi indicted her with three counts of making or presenting fraudulent tax refund claims to the United States for tax years 2006, 2007 and 2008. The indictment was announced by United States Attorney Kenneth Magidson and Lucy Cruz, special agent in charge of IRS-Criminal Investigation (CI).
The case was investigated by IRS-CI and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Robert D. Thorpe Jr. Hartmann was permitted to remain on bond pending her sentencing hearing.
Senior U.S. District Judge John D. Rainey has set sentencing for August 19, 2013, at 5:30 p.m. At that time, Hartmann faces a sentence of up to five years in federal prison and a possible $250,000 fine.
The conviction marks another significant blow to those who attempt to cheat the system and highlights the dedication of law enforcement agencies to protect the integrity of our tax system.
As the Grimy Times continues to investigate, it’s clear that tax fraud is a serious offense that can have severe consequences. We will continue to monitor this case and provide updates as more information becomes available.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: Fraud & Financial Crimes
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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