Franklin Business Owner Pleads Guilty in Tax Case
Thomas William Jones admitted to failing to pay nearly $2 million in employment taxes for his firm.
Updated on Oct. 19, 2026 in Taxes
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Franklin resident Thomas William Jones pleaded guilty on September 1, 2026, to failing to pay employment taxes for his business, Alternative Solutions Consulting Corp. The case involves $1,975,964.24 in unpaid taxes spanning from 2014 through 2023.
Why it matters
The guilty plea highlights federal efforts to crack down on payroll tax evasion, where employers collect tax withholdings from workers but fail to remit the funds to the government. This action is part of a broader nationwide enforcement sweep against tax non-compliance.
The case involves $1,975,964.24 in unpaid employment taxes accrued from 2014 to 2023. Thomas William Jones faces a maximum potential prison sentence of five years for the offense.
The players
Thomas William Jones
He is a 59-year-old business owner who operated Alternative Solutions Consulting Corp. in Franklin.
Alternative Solutions Consulting Corp.
This is the business entity managed by Jones that failed to report and pay required federal employment taxes.
The details
Jones owned and operated Alternative Solutions Consulting Corp., where he controlled company bank accounts used to pay employees. He failed to collect and pay the required federal income tax, Social Security, and Medicare contributions, and neglected to file mandatory wage reporting forms.
Timeline
2014-2023: Period of unpaid employment taxes
September 1, 2026: Thomas William Jones pleaded guilty
January 15, 2027: Sentencing of Thomas William Jones
Market Dynamics
The prosecution highlights the strict enforcement of payroll tax obligations under the Federal Insurance Contributions Act. It marks a departure from standard compliance as authorities ramp up scrutiny on business tax filings.
This case underscores the strict regulatory oversight of corporate payroll accounts, reminding business owners of the legal mandates regarding employee withholdings. Compliance with federal tax laws remains critical to avoid severe penalties and potential imprisonment.
The takeaway
Business owners must ensure they maintain accurate and timely payroll tax deposits to avoid significant legal liability. Staying current with wage reporting forms is a fundamental regulatory requirement for operating any corporation.
What happens next
Thomas William Jones is scheduled to be sentenced for his tax evasion conviction on January 15, 2027.
Further reading
For more information on tax obligations and compliance, see Taxes.
Source note: This article includes information reported by WZTV.
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