MEMPHIS – The Special Investigations Section of the Tennessee Department of Revenue has concluded an investigation resulting in Janis Melissa Anderson, owner of A&J Catfish Station, pleading guilty to sales tax fraud. A&J Catfish Station is located at 5950 Knight Arnold Road Extended in Memphis.
Judge Carolyn Wade Blackett has ordered Anderson to pay $32,213.49 in restitution and placed her on one year of probation.
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“The Department of Revenue strives to promote voluntary compliance of Tennessee’s tax laws by educating taxpayers and pursuing criminal sanctions for accountability of fraudulent actors,” stated Revenue Commissioner David Gerregano. “This guilty plea underscores the department’s efforts to ensure fair administration of Tennessee’s tax laws.”
The criminal case was pursued by the department in cooperation with District Attorney Steven Mulroy’s Office. Citizens who suspect violations of Tennessee’s revenue laws are encouraged to call the toll-free tax fraud hotline at (800) FRAUDTX (372-8389).
The Department of Revenue administers state tax laws and motor vehicle title and registration laws, and collects associated taxes and fees. It collects around 87 percent of the total state revenue. In the 2024 fiscal year, the department collected nearly $22.2 billion in state taxes and fees and over $4.7 billion for local governments. To learn more about the department, visit www.tn.gov/revenue.
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