Tataneisha White, a former Portland resident, has admitted to conspiring to file false income tax returns, claiming over $1 million in refunds.
According to court documents, White, 42, conspired with others to prepare and file more than 227 fraudulent income tax returns during 2010. The false information included fictitious wage and withholding data as well as false refundable credits.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has confirmed that White has agreed to repay $626,750, the amount of fraudulent claims for refunds that were deposited into bank accounts under her control.
White pleaded guilty to conspiracy, theft of government funds, and filing a false claim. She faces up to 10 years in prison for the theft of government funds count, 10 years for the conspiracy count, and 5 years for the false claims count.
Additionally, White could face a maximum of 3 years of supervised release and fines up to $250,000 for each count of conviction.
The IRS-Criminal Investigation special agents investigated the case, with assistance from the U.S. Attorney’s Office in Portland.
Tataneisha White’s case is a stark reminder of the consequences of tax evasion and the importance of legitimate tax practices.
Defendant: Tataneisha White
Criminal Charges: Conspiracy, Theft of Government Funds, Filing a False Claim
City and State: Portland, Oregon
Date: 2023
Sentence: Up to 25 years in prison, $1.25 million in fines
Dollar Amount: $626,750
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Key Facts
- State: Oregon
- Category: White Collar Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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