Former Owner of Richmond Strip Club Goes on Trial for Tax Evasion

RICHMOND —
In Day One of Sam Moore's federal tax evasion trial prosecutors argue that Moore grossly under-reported his earnings at Club Velvet.

They argued Moore collected a portion of every lap dance, fined dancers sometimes up to $200 for being late or not doing enough lap dance,s and collected door charges that were never reported.

Additionally they say Moore's business had a huge profit increase in 2005 when he installed three ATMs, each able to hold up to $20,000 in cash. They believe Moore used his own money in the machines and collected fees on every transaction. They say Moore was using unreported income to fill the machines.

Moore's defense would argue that he obtained a substantial inheritance from his father's death in 1989, about $700,000 as well as property and other assets when his mother passed away. His attorney argues that prosecutors have made too many assumptions in this case and gave indications to the jury that the dancers set to testify for the prosecution have gotten something in return for their testimony.

The trial is expected to last several days. Tuesday, former employees of Club Velvet are expected to take the stand to talk about the fees incurred while working at the club. Keep it on CBS 6 and wtvr.com for updates.

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