2010AP1999 State v. Gengler

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Failure to File Income Tax
Sufficiency of the complaint

Michael L. Gengler appeals his convictions of failing to file a State of Wisconsin income tax return for the years 2005-2007. He claims that the criminal complaint was improper, that he was denied his right to assistance of counsel and his right to a speedy trial, and that there was insufficient evidence of his guilt. We hold that the complaint was sufficient. As to the remaining issues, we note that Gengler has not provided any transcripts to support his claims, so we must assume that the record supports every fact essential to the trial court’s findings. And bound as we are to that maxim, the failure largely dooms the remaining issues. This opinion will not be published.

2010AP1999 State v. Gengler

Dist II, Waukesha County, Van de Water, J., Brown, C.J.

Attorneys: For Appellant: Gengler, Michael L., pro se; For Respondent: Weber, Gregory M., Madison; Schimel, Brad, Waukesha

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