SII will appeal the definitive dismissal of Sergio Jadue in a case of tax crimes linked to the FIFA Gate

The Chilean tax authority, the Servicio de Impuestos Internos (SII), has announced its intention to challenge the recent court ruling that granted a definitive dismissal of criminal charges against Sergio Jadue, the former president of the National Confederation of Private Education, in a case involving alleged tax offenses linked to the FIFA corruption scandal. The SII argues that the lower court erred by overlooking key fiscal irregularities, particularly the failure to properly account for contributions related to the improper allocation of broadcasting rights, which the authority believes constitute tax evasion. In its appeal, the agency seeks to reinstate the investigation, emphasizing the need for rigorous enforcement of tax law even in high‑profile cases that involve international sporting events. Legal experts suggest that the outcome could set an important precedent for how tax crimes associated with international sporting events are prosecuted in Chile, potentially influencing future enforcement actions against other corporate leaders. Moreover, the move underscores the SII’s broader strategy to strengthen its cooperation with international bodies, such as FIFA’s compliance office, to combat cross‑border tax fraud. The appeal also reflects growing pressure from civil society and opposition parties for stricter accountability, suggesting that the case will remain a focal point for debates on tax justice and transparency in Chile’s public sector.

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