MANILA, Philippines — The Department of Justice (DOJ) has authorized the filing of tax evasion charges against business owners Curlee Discaya and his wife, Sarah, finding sufficient evidence for a likely conviction.
In resolutions dated January 14, 2026 but only made public on Wednesday, the DOJ found prima facie evidence to indict the couple for willful violation of the National Internal Revenue Code (NIRC) for taxable years 2020 and 2021.
Prosecutors concluded that Curlee, as sole proprietor of St. Gerrard Construction, and Sarah, as sole proprietor of Fine Things Fashion Wear House, violated Section 254 (Willful Attempt to Evade or Defeat Tax). The DOJ found they concealed and underdeclared their true incomes.
Additionally, the couple faces charges under Section 255 for allegedly failing to supply correct information in their respective Income Tax Returns for the same periods.
The DOJ has directed the filing of the corresponding information with the Court of Tax Appeals, where the couple will stand trial.
