Two figures from the Madison County business community have admitted to charges of tax evasion. Dwayne Tansil, owner of Jackson Auto Sales, entered a guilty plea, and Oliver Mayberry Jr., the business manager, has pleaded no contest following an investigation by the Tennessee Department of Revenue's Special Investigations Section.
In court, Judge Donald H. Allen acknowledged the pleas, sentencing Tansil to nearly a year of probation and Mayberry to a span of just under five years. According to a news release posted on the Tennessee Department of Revenue's website, the individuals are also to settle debts with the state, paying out $62,165.12 in restitution.
Revenue Commissioner David Gerregano emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, "The taxes collected from customers are property of the state and local governments." He added, as described by the Tennessee Department of Revenue, "Customers have a right to know that the tax they pay will be remitted to the state and used for public good."
As part of their collaborative efforts to uphold tax laws, the Department of Revenue teamed up with District Attorney General Jody Pickens' Office. Through their diligent work, a significant portion of the state's revenue, amassing $22.2 billion in the 2024 fiscal year, was generated and maintained.
For any individuals with information on tax law violations in Tennessee, the department encourages them to contact the tax fraud hotline. The continuous efforts of the Department of Revenue are critical in administering tax and motor vehicle laws, which, in turn, generate the bulk of state revenue and support local government services.
