5th Circ. Affirms Fraudster Tax Preparer's 16-Year Sentence

By Asha Glover · July 14, 2026, 6:28 PM EDT

The Fifth Circuit affirmed a tax preparer's nearly 16-year sentence for aiding in the preparation of false and fraudulent tax returns, rejecting his argument that a Texas federal court erred when...

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Case Information

Case Title

USA v. Castro

Case Number

24-11000

Court

Appellate - 5th Circuit

Nature of Suit

Date Filed

November 13, 2024


Case Title

USA v. Castro

Case Number

26-10428

Court

Appellate - 5th Circuit

Nature of Suit

Date Filed

May 07, 2026