According to police reports, a Gainesville, Florida, CPA was arrested for engaging in sexual assault. This story generated substantial publicity, especially in northern Florida. Despite the heinous nature of these crimes, there is no evidence whatsoever that the tax accounting services performed by him or staff members at his tax preparation service are sub- standard.

a. Should this CPA’s professional license be suspended or revoked?

b. Assume that he is convicted or pleads guilty to these crimes. Would your answer be different?

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The CPAs professional license be suspended for a while as they conduct their investigations upon ... View the full answer