Stephen Baldwin Arrested on Tax Charges. Failed to File For 3 Years and Owes Big Time!

One of the Baldwin brothers, the less successful one, is now even more “less” successful.  The 46 year old, Stephen Baldwin owes Uncle Sam some dough, to the tune of $350,000.  The bill has gone beyond traditional tax collecting that we gossip sites like to write about.  This has quickly gone the Wesley snipes route.  Baldwin was actually arrested and arraigned in court.

The issue is, REPEATED failure to file tax returns.  Baldwin did not file for 2008, 2009 and 2010.  This is seen as a lack of respect when done by the wealthy.  It’s treated as “Willful Neglect”.  In fact, I’m sure the government sees it as a lack of respect when done by the poor.

The Rockland County District Attorney, Thomas Zugibe sheds a little perspective on the issue as the courts see it,

“We cannot afford to allow wealthy residents to break the law by cheating on their taxes.  The defendant’s repetitive failure to file returns and pay taxes over a period of several years contributes to the sweeping cutbacks and closures in local government and in our schools.”

Baldwin’s own attorney, Russell Yankwitt did exactly what he’s been paid to do, he defended his client,

 Mr. Baldwin did not commit any crimes, and he’s working with the district attorney’s office and the New York State Tax Department to resolve any differences,”

Baldwin pleaded not guilty and was released, but he is due back in court on Feb. 5th.

Stephen Baldwin’s net worth is: $4 Million
Alec Baldwin’s net worth is: $65 Million