Background
Ward F. Dean is a West Point graduate and a medical doctor. He served as a flight surgeon in the U.S. Navy, attaining the rank of commander.
Theories Advocated/Promoted
Dean appears to have bought into Irwin Schiff's claims that there is no law making anyone liable for the income tax, and that you can avoid satisfy the requirement of a return, while avoiding any liability for any tax, by filing a zero return.
Books, Web Sites, Videos, and Organizations
Dean has had a web site, http://www.WardDeanMD.com, which promotes both his tax theories and his anti-aging theories.
Court Actions
On 12/7/2005, Dean was found guilty of five counts of tax evasion and one count of corruptly endeavoring to obstruct or impede the administration of the tax laws. He was eventually sentenced to seven years in prison and ordered to pay restitution of $290,997.44. United States v. Ward Franklin Dean, No. 3:05cr25 (U.S.D.C. N.D.Fl. 7/13/2006), aff'd 487 F.3d 840 (11th Cir.), cert. den. No. 07-553 (2/25/2008). Dean has been in custody since his conviction because he was deemed a flight risk. His projected release date from prison is June 19, 2012.
Students/Disciples/Associates
Dean is a student Irwin Schiff, and Dean's web site promotes (or has promoted) Schiff's books and claims. During his trial, Dean was represented by attorney Larry Becraft.