Nothing is for certain except for death and paying taxes. Or, at least that's how the saying goes. For some people, having to pay taxes is an opportunity to try and get over on the government. Doing this is illegal.
Woman sentenced to 63 months for embezzlement
A 34-year-old California woman was sentenced to 63 months in federal prison on Oct. 16 after she was convicted of embezzling more than $1.5 million from multiple clients. The woman was the owner and operator of a company that provided financial assistance, including tax, bookkeeping and accounting services for her clients.
Man sentenced to 8 years in prison for embezzlement
On Sept. 21, the former manager and winemaker at a California winery was sentenced to eight years in prison. He pleaded guilty to grand theft by embezzlement and filing false tax return charges on Aug. 8.