Illinois Compiled Statutes 305 ILCS 5/8A-12 – Early fraud prevention and detection program
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The Illinois Department may conduct an early fraud prevention and detection program as provided in this Section. If conducted, the program shall apply to all categories of assistance and all applicants for aid. The program may be conducted in appropriate counties as determined by the Department. The program shall have the following features:
(1) No intimidation of applicants or recipients may
(1) No intimidation of applicants or recipients may
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occur, either by referral or threat of referral for a fraud prevention investigation.
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(2) An applicant may not be referred for a fraud
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prevention investigation until an application for aid is completed and signed by the applicant or any authorized representative.
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(3) An applicant may be referred to the Inspector
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General for a fraud prevention investigation if there are reasonable grounds to question the accuracy of any information, statements, documents, or other representations by the applicant or any authorized representative. Referrals for fraud prevention investigations shall be made in accordance with guidelines to be jointly determined by the Inspector General and the Department.
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Terms Used In Illinois Compiled Statutes 305 ILCS 5/8A-12
- Fraud: Intentional deception resulting in injury to another.