William Peugh, Tax Violations, Iowa 2015

A notorious tax evader has been brought to justice in Iowa. William Peugh, 63, of West Burlington, Iowa, has been sentenced for tax violations.

Willfully failing to file income tax returns for tax years 2008, 2009, and 2010 was the crime that landed Peugh in hot water. The Internal Revenue Service - Criminal Investigation led the investigation, and the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa prosecuted the case.

Peugh owns and operates WWPeugh Sales, which generates income through the sale of machinery. The majority of Peugh's income is from commissions paid by companies that manufacture industrial machines. Peugh also obtains income from his ownership interest in a business that owns and operates casinos.

On August 3, 2015, Peugh pleaded guilty to a three-count United States Attorney's Information charging him with willfully failing to file tax returns. The court ordered Peugh to pay $75 to the Crime Victims' Fund.

Peugh was ordered to pay more than $164,000 in restitution to the Internal Revenue Service and a $9,000 fine. This is a significant amount, and it's clear that Peugh has learned a valuable lesson about the importance of paying taxes.

This case was investigated by the Internal Revenue Service - Criminal Investigation, and the case was prosecuted by the United States Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Iowa. It's a reminder that tax evasion is a serious crime, and those who commit it will be held accountable.

The sentencing of William Peugh is a significant victory for the Internal Revenue Service and the community. It's a reminder that tax evasion will not be tolerated, and those who commit it will face the consequences.

Source: https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdia/pr/west-burlington-man-sentenced-tax-violations