ATO Supports Staff After Queensland Findings
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has reassured its investigations staff that it supports them in potentially high-profile or controversial prosecutions over tax fraud.
This follows a Queensland Supreme Court decision that criticized the ATO's handling of a case against a therapeutics entrepreneur, Julie Clarke.
The King vs Julie Clarke
Justice Paul Smith stayed the prosecution, citing misconduct by an ATO officer in gathering evidence.
- The case dates back to 2019.
- The decision identifies several ATO officers, but they have not been named due to potential appeal.
Author's summary: ATO backs staff after court criticizes misconduct.