Mound couple charged with multiple tax crimes 

ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Revenue announced that the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office recently charged Todd Douglas Gorr and Joy Renae Gorr, both of Mound, with five felony counts each of failing to file individual income tax returns and five felony counts each of willfully failing to pay income tax.

The complaints state that the Gorrs failed to file individual income tax returns or pay income tax for tax years 2019 through 2023 despite earning taxable income from multiple employers and several businesses that listed them as owners to be required to file and pay in Minnesota. The couple failed to file returns despite receiving multiple communications from the department notifying them of their obligation to file individual income tax returns and pay income tax. According to banking records and their own admission, the Gorrs allegedly used their surplus income for recreation and vacations instead of paying their tax obligations. According to the complaints, the Gorrs told investigators that they were aware of their obligation to file returns and pay taxes and knew that not doing so was illegal. The Gorrs allegedly owe more than $66,000 in income tax, penalties, and interest. 

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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