Chapter 317 Jeff’s gaffe
“The representative of the Dumb Amazon Group has nothing to say. It seems that this crime has been confirmed!”
“Suspected of nearly 10 billion yuan The tax evasion share of US dollars, Dumason will suffer a lot this time!”
“Dumason was finally convicted of tax evasion, but I don’t know if this is the only one or if there will be more later! Other charges.”
At this time, the people watching through the live broadcast can already confirm that the Dumason Group’s tax violation charges have definitely been established.
Court scene.
David had already obtained the second document at this time and said: "Your Honor, in addition to the crime of value-added tax reduction, there is another point that is criticized by Amazon Group, and that is I have been receiving tax subsidies from the government for so many years, but how exactly do they do it? I will explain it to you first..."
In the following time, David gave People at the scene and watching the live broadcast explained how Amazon obtained tax subsidies, and finally said: "In the previous years, because states and regions needed development, Amazon was indeed given a lot of subsidies, and these The subsidy for Duma was indeed received legally and compliantly. "
"But after 17 years, states and regions have developed, so the requirements for tax subsidies have naturally followed. However, Duma has also received the tax subsidy. Xunxun still gets tax subsidies every year. What is incredible is that today, they still have 1.4 billion tax credits in their accounts. However, according to my detailed investigation during this period, in the past few years, they have actually also been It was collected in an illegal manner."
After saying this, the faces of Lakluwa and others in the dock became a little darker.
Yes, of course they knew that the group had indeed violated regulations regarding tax subsidies, and since David dared to point it out in public, he must have evidence.
When they thought that the group would be charged with the second crime, they felt only deep despair in their hearts at this moment.
On the stage, after spending about ten minutes reading David's second investigation report, Nicola turned her head to look at the defendant's dock and asked: "The defendant's representative, according to the documents, In places such as Montgomery and Las Vegas, in order to receive local tax subsidies, you injected funds from other areas into the local areas to achieve the target. According to tax laws and regulations, this has constituted tax fraud. You'd better Explain."
After that, there was no need to wait for requests from Kerrois and others. Nicola waved directly to the staff to take down the file report and put it into their hands.
After checking it carefully, the look of despair on their faces became even stronger.
Just like the previous value-added tax reduction, they simply didn't understand how David was able to investigate so much confidential information about their group from so many regions in various states and cities in such a short period of time.
But I don’t know if I don’t know, but now that this investigation report is before their eyes, they have no way to quibble, they can only admit defeat.
"Fake!"
In the auditorium, looking at the expressions of Lakerois and others, Jeff knew that the crime of illegally receiving tax subsidies was probably confirmed. , so he cursed with a livid face.
“Representative of the defendant, are you sure there is no objection to this investigation report from the Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service?”
Listening to Nicola's question, Lackluwa Wilbur and others looked at each other, but in the end they lowered their heads helplessly. The data was clear, and they really couldn't think of any reason to refute.
"In that case, regarding the two tax violations of Duma Amazon's value-added tax reduction and tax subsidies, Director David, do you have anything to add?"
"Your Honor, In fact, although the value-added tax reduction and tax subsidies are serious, they are nothing compared to the crime I am going to accuse the Amazon Group of!”
David’s words are lagging behind. There was an uproar at the scene.
If you receive tax subsidies in violation of regulations, you have received more than 1 billion. The value-added tax reduction is even more exaggerated, directly involving nearly 10 billion in tax funds. However, are these just childish?
So what crime will David accuse the Amazon Group of next?
“Oh Maikar, besides these two crimes, does Duma Amazon have other more serious crimes?”
“The value-added tax reduction has already involved tens of billions of tax amounts. , and if this is considered child's play, then if Director David wants to accuse Amazon of the crime, it will involve at least 20 billion, 30 billion, 40 billion or even more funds!"
"I! I thought it was going to be over, but I didn’t expect that the real drama seems to be starting now!”
At the same time, the people who were watching through the live broadcast were also excited.
Good guy, this accusation has been going on for a long time. It is illegal to receive tax subsidies and illegal value-added tax reduction. Love is just an appetizer. The real meal is now being served?
For a moment, everyone held their breath and widened their eyes, for fear of missing every detail and word that followed.
The most nervous people at this time are naturally Lakluwa in the dock and the senior executives of the Dumason Group in the auditorium.
At this moment, they were all staring with big eyes and small eyes, racking their brains to guess what crime David was going to accuse them of next.
And what crime does their group have that is more serious than value-added tax reduction and illegal receipt of tax subsidies?
Under everyone's gaze, David slowly said: "The reason why Amazon Group has been able to develop so fast and become the world's largest e-commerce giant is that besides the fact that their products are of high quality and their prices are lower than other platforms, There is another very important reason, that is, this platform provides a 'free shipping' service. I believe everyone agrees with this, right?"
This statement made many people who were nervous and holding their breath a little confused. force.
Didn’t you say that Dumb Mason has more serious crimes? Why is Dude Mason involved in the development of Dumason now?
Before everyone could get too confused, David continued: "Of course, there is no real free lunch in the world. There is still a threshold to obtain this service. The condition is that each person needs to pay 139 per year. If you pay a membership fee, you can enjoy this service.”
“But having said that, even if it requires a membership fee of 139 US dollars, it is quite cost-effective, which is equivalent to all the money on the platform for a whole year. Postage is free for all purchases. ”
"Okay, without further ado, let me get to the point. According to the accurate data we obtained, Amazon's logistics costs last year reached 85 billion U.S. dollars. Compared with the number of customers, Amazon last year had at least Having lost 40 billion on its free shipping service, how can Amazon maintain the lowest cost and free shipping while still making money? Have you ever wondered where the money comes from?”
As soon as the words fell, Lakluwa and others in the dock felt as if they were struck by lightning, and everyone's eyes widened as big as bells.
On the other side of the auditorium, many of the senior executives of Dumasson also had the same attitude.
For some reasons, the logistics costs of their group were not disclosed based on the real figures, and now David actually knows the accurate figures. Forget it, the most terrible thing is, once it is really traced, as David said, how can their group keep the cost at the lowest and free delivery, and still make money at the same time?
This is a secret that cannot be revealed!
"Mr. Jeff, we can't continue this topic, otherwise our Amazon Group will be doomed!"
In the auditorium, a senior executive of the Amazon Group was nervous. , he reminded Jeff beside him in a low voice.
In fact, the hair on Jeff’s hair stood on end at this moment.
He didn’t know how much inside information David knew about this matter, but he knew clearly that the details of this matter must not be exposed, otherwise, the entire group may immediately be criticized. .
While the senior management of Dumason Group was racking their brains to find a solution, the audience was also talking about this matter.
Some people say that the reason why Amazon loses so much money in logistics is because of the money earned from other places, such as commodities and merchants, so that it has money to subsidize it
Some people also say that Amazon earns advertising fees from additional advertisements, so that it has money to subsidize it.
In short, there are different opinions, and not many people realize the key points.
“Director David, our group’s logistics matters have nothing to do with this case. I don’t think we need to discuss it too much here. Let’s return to the topic. Since you are accusing us of value-added tax reduction and illegal receipt of tax subsidies, We have nothing to say, so let’s judge it as it should be!”
Lakluwa realized that something was wrong, and he decided that he could not let the situation develop any further, even if he directly resisted these two charges.
After all, value-added tax reduction and illegal receipt of tax subsidies, although these two crimes are serious, they are only fined a little money at most, and the most serious ones are going to jail. They will not be said to have damaged the entire group. bone.
But if we continue to investigate the amount of logistics, once the secret that their group has been hiding is really exposed, then their hundreds of millions of users will be in trouble?
"Don't be anxious, Mr. Lacluva."
David glanced at him and continued: "Now let me reveal the answer to the mystery for everyone. The mute Mason is responsible for it on the surface. Most of the losses in logistics are covered, but again, there is no free lunch in the world, and the wool has always come from the sheep. In fact, Amazon has implemented a series of ingenious plans to incorporate transportation costs into the price of goods. A "hidden fee", I call it a hidden tax, that is to say, in addition to the annual fee of $139, consumers are still paying for "free shipping", but you consumers don't Know..."
"Okay, Director David!"
A shout suddenly interrupted David's words. Everyone turned their heads and looked. It turned out that the person who made this shout was none other than the person in the auditorium. Jeff.
“What, why can’t Jeff suddenly lose control?”
“Whether it was the crime of value-added tax reduction or illegal tax subsidy that was found out just now, Jeff didn’t seem to be so He lost his composure, and now he actually stood up and interrupted the trial. It seems that this matter must be serious!"
"Wait a minute... Director David just said that Dumb Mason performed a clever trick! The plan includes hidden costs for transportation. Is this true? ”
"I know why Jeff is so anxious. Once this is confirmed, he will be suspected of tax evasion and consumer fraud!"
Seeing Jeff being so gloomy at the court hearing, everyone in the court and those in the courtroom were shocked. The paying attention of the audience started to discuss heatedly again.
“Bang, bang, bang!”
The scene suddenly became commotion, and Nicola had to bang the gavel three times to make everyone shut up.
"Mr. Jeff, I think you should make it clear that if you want to speak in court, you must obtain the judge's permission. Otherwise, you will be expelled from your position. Do you understand?"
"I understand, Your Honor, as the representative of our group said, since the Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service has sufficient evidence about value-added tax deductions and illegal receipt of tax subsidies, we will admit this crime for the time being and are willing to accept the punishment, but the logistics The incident has nothing to do with this, I request the end of this topic!”
Of course, Jeff is also a person who understands the importance of things. Don’t ask him to plead guilty to these two crimes at this moment, as long as he is no longer involved in the logistics incident! He is willing to pursue the case no matter how much blood is shed.
"Your Honor, the logistics incident involves serious tax evasion and is directly related to this case. It is also a point of prosecution by our Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service."
David is also involved. stood up.
"Mr. Jeff, you should have heard that this is an incident directly related to this case, and since the Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service wants to continue the prosecution, it should continue and be dismissed!"
"Your Honor, if we must continue, I request that we conduct a closed live broadcast, or we can reach an out-of-court settlement with the Los Angeles IRS. In short, we have to discuss it!"
Jeff can only be He settles for the next best thing, and his last sentence, 'Everything needs to be discussed in any case,' actually means he is clearly telling David that as long as you agree, we dumb Amazons can be at your mercy!
However, the viewers who were watching at this time quit. They also wanted to know whether Amazon really charged them hidden fees. If the live broadcast was closed or an out-of-court settlement was reached, Then how can they understand this matter?
So at this moment, viewers on all major social platforms have spoken out, calling on the Los Angeles Internal Revenue Service not to agree to Jeff’s request.
But fortunately, David's words relieved them.
At the court hearing, David shook his head and said: "Mr. Jeff, you should have come to me to talk about this matter earlier, but now it is in court, and now the whole country is paying attention. Our IRS must uphold fairness and openness." attitude, so I'm sorry!"
"David..."
Jeff wanted to say something more, but at this time, two bailiffs from the court had already walked straight towards him. In order to avoid After being expelled from the field, he finally could only swallow his words and sit back with clenched fists and gritted teeth.
(End of this chapter)