The case started in 2016 when federal agents identified cash-down purchases of $10,000 or more on vehicles, found suspicious cash deposits, and other evidence.
In a federal civil forfeiture case, the federal government needs to prove its case by a preponderance of evidence, not beyond a reasonable doubt like in a criminal case.
Federal Judge Scott Skavdahl ordered Ashley Knight and James Knight II to pay restitution of $374,970 plus any penalties and interest to the Internal Revenue Service.
Bankruptcy offers debtors an opportunity to obtain a new financial start through the discharge of debts, but that depends on the debtors telling the truth.
Mary Elaine Whitney of Casper was sentenced to six months in prison for wrongful conversion of more than $65,000 of Supplemental Security Income payments.