Lakeville couple charged with multiple tax crimes 

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Revenue announced that the Dakota County Attorney’s Office recently charged Daniel William Brouillet and Mary Jean Brouillet, both of Lakeville, five felony counts each of willfully failing to file individual income tax returns. Mr. Brouillet is also charged with five felony counts of failing to pay individual income tax and five felony counts of failing to file corporate income tax returns. 

The complaints allege that the Brouillets failed to file their individual income tax return each year for tax years 2018 through 2022, despite earning enough income to be required to file in Minnesota. The complaints also state that Mr. Brouillet did not file corporate income tax returns for his business or pay income tax on money earned through the business for those years. The complaints state that department investigators estimate that the Brouillets had a combined annual income ranging from $166,747 to $392,581 during those years. 

Each tax-related felony charge carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison, a $10,000 fine, or both. Defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.

Although most taxpayers comply with tax laws voluntarily, the department takes enforcement action against noncompliant taxpayers to ensure that tax laws are administered fairly.

Many of the department’s criminal case referrals come from public tips. There is a 24-hour tip line for anyone who suspects that a person or business is violating Minnesota tax laws. Local callers may dial 651-297-5195 or call toll-free by dialing 1-800-657-3500. Tips can also be submitted to the department by email at tax.fraud@state.mn.us. Tipsters may choose to remain anonymous. 

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