Bruce Polczynski, a 57-year-old resident of Minocqua, Wisconsin, faced federal sentencing for attempting to conceal a replica of the iconic 1969 Dodge Charger, known as the General Lee from the ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ TV series, during his bankruptcy proceedings. The U.S. Attorney’s Office revealed that Polczynski was also accused of hiding a 1979 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, reminiscent of the vehicle featured in ‘Smokey and the Bandit 2’, although the car’s movie connection wasn’t officially established.
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Judge James Peterson handed Polczynski a sentence of three years probation and imposed a $1,000 fine. The judge underscored the gravity of the offense, pointing out that prison could be considered in similar future cases as a deterrent. He emphasized that Polczynski’s sentencing was tempered by his health and financial circumstances, but the message was clear: hiding assets in bankruptcy is a serious offense.
U.S. Attorney Timothy O’Shea noted the conspicuous nature of the vehicles made them easy to spot by investigators. The bright orange General Lee, complete with the iconic ’01’ marking and the near-movie-famous Pontiac Firebird Trans Am, were quickly discovered and subsequently sold off. O’Shea’s statement highlighted the efficiency and determination with which the justice system can uncover attempts to conceal assets.
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