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Dutch 'Fiscalist of the Stars' Pleads Guilty to US Tax Fraud
Dutch tax advisor Frank Butselaar, known as the "fiscalist of the stars," pleads guilty in a US tax fraud case involving celebrities, facing potential prison time.
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Us PoliticsNetherlandsCelebritiesFinanceTax EvasionLegal ProceedingsGuilty Plea
Nos NieuwsFd (Financial Daily)Us Department Of Justice
Frank ButselaarLinda De MolJort KelderYfke SturmAfrojackTiësto
- What led to Butselaar's surprising guilty plea?
- Butselaar's guilty plea came as a surprise to those following the case, including journalist Bart Mos. A forged document discovered during witness testimonies likely led to the plea bargain.
- What is the likely outcome of Butselaar's sentencing?
- In exchange for his confession, Butselaar will likely receive a reduced sentence of 3 years. This is significantly less than the initial 5-year sentence plus additional time for each client involved.
- What other legal issues does Butselaar currently face?
- Besides the US case, Butselaar faces a civil lawsuit in the Netherlands filed by Afrojack and an ongoing criminal investigation that is on hold pending the US case's conclusion.
- What is Frank Butselaar's involvement in the US tax fraud case?
- Frank Butselaar, known as the "fiscalist of the stars," pleaded guilty in a US tax fraud case. He allegedly helped famous DJs and models avoid taxes by setting up offshore companies, resulting in an estimated $100 million in lost tax revenue for the US.
- Which celebrities were involved or mentioned in Butselaar's tax scheme?
- Several high-profile individuals, including Linda de Mol, Jort Kelder, Yfke Sturm, Afrojack, and Tiësto, were clients of Butselaar and potentially involved in the tax evasion scheme.