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Roger Ver Seeks Dismissal of $50M Tax Evasion Charges, Citing Government Overreach

Dec 4, 2024, 02:00 AM

Roger Ver, known as 'Bitcoin Jesus' in the cryptocurrency community, is facing a legal battle over tax evasion charges in the United States. Arrested in Spain in April, Ver is accused of failing to pay nearly $50 million in taxes. His legal team has moved to dismiss the indictment, citing government overreach and arguing that the case is unconstitutional. The motion to dismiss comes as Ver awaits potential extradition to the U.S., where he could face charges for filing false tax returns and concealing his cryptocurrency holdings. Ver's lawyers are also leveraging former President Donald Trump's promise to end the regulatory crackdown on cryptocurrency to bolster their case.