TRF couple charged with tax crimes

A Thief River Falls couple has been charged with multiple tax crimes in Minnesota.

The Ramsey County Attorney’s Office has charged Harlan and Nancy Kirkeide with three felony counts each of failing to file individual income tax returns and failing to pay income tax.

The Kirkeides allegedly failed to file returns and pay income tax for tax years 2019 through 2021.

According to complaints, the couple earned enough income through their business, Harlan’s Boats R Us, during those years to be required to file and pay tax in the state.

The complaints say the Kierkeides owe more than $19,100 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.

The charges were announced by the Minnesota Department of Revenue.