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Georgia
GA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Georgia?
Up to $1,000 for basic fraud; at least $1,000 for multiple counts
3,501
6-3
5
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Hawaii
HI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Hawaii?
Up to $10,000
3,502
6-3
5
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Idaho
ID
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Idaho?
$20 - $200 and 10 x WBA
3,503
6-3
5
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Illinois
IL
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Illinois?
Up to $500
3,504
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
str
Indiana
IN
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Indiana?
Not specified
3,505
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Iowa
IA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Iowa?
50% of tax owed
3,506
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Kansas
KS
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Kansas?
$20 - $200
3,507
6-3
5
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Kentucky
KY
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Kentucky?
$500 - $10,000
3,508
6-3
5
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Louisiana
LA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Louisiana?
$50 - $1,000
3,509
6-3
5
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Maine
ME
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Maine?
Not specified
3,510
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Maryland
MD
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Maryland?
Up to $1,000
3,511
6-3
5
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Massachusetts
MA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Massachusetts?
$2,500 - $10,000
3,512
6-3
5
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Michigan
MI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Michigan?
100% 1st instance; 150% 2nd instance
3,513
6-3
5
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Minnesota
MN
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Minnesota?
X
3,514
6-3
5
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Mississippi
MS
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Mississippi?
$100 - $1,000
3,515
6-3
5
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Missouri
MO
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Missouri?
25% - 100% of fraudulent amount
3,516
6-3
5
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Montana
MT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Montana?
$50 - $500
3,517
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Nebraska
NE
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Nebraska?
Up to $500
3,518
6-3
5
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Nevada
NV
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Nevada?
$2,000
3,519
6-3
5
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New Hampshire
NH
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in New Hampshire?
Up to $100,000
3,520
6-3
5
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New Jersey
NJ
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in New Jersey?
$100 to $1,000 per offense
3,521
6-3
5
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New Mexico
NM
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in New Mexico?
Up to $10,000
3,522
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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New York
NY
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in New York?
$500
3,523
6-3
5
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North Carolina
NC
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in North Carolina?
Up to $200
3,524
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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North Dakota
ND
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in North Dakota?
$1,000
3,525
6-3
5
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Alabama
AL
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Alabama?
$50 – $500
3,526
6-3
5
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Alaska
AK
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Alaska?
X1
3,527
6-3
5
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Arizona
AZ
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Arizona?
$2,500
3,528
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Arkansas
AR
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Arkansas?
$20 – $200
3,529
6-3
5
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California
CA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in California?
$20,000
3,530
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Colorado
CO
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Colorado?
$25 – $1,000
3,531
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Connecticut
CT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Connecticut?
X1
3,532
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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Delaware
DE
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in Delaware?
$20 – $200
3,533
6-3
5
fines_or_penalties_on_employer
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District of Columbia
DC
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what are the fines or penalties imposed on employers for fraud in District of Columbia?
$1,000
3,534
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Ohio
OH
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Ohio?
6 months
3,535
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Oklahoma
OK
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Oklahoma?
6 months
3,536
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Oregon
OR
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Oregon?
None
3,537
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Pennsylvania
PA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Pennsylvania?
30 days per week illegally claimed
3,538
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Puerto Rico
PR
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Puerto Rico?
None
3,539
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Rhode Island
RI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Rhode Island?
1 year
3,540
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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South Carolina
SC
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in South Carolina?
30 days for each offense or week claimed
3,541
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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South Dakota
SD
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in South Dakota?
1 or 2 years
3,542
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Tennessee
TN
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Tennessee?
1 year minimum
3,543
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Texas
TX
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Texas?
Depends on whether prosecuted as misdemeanor or felony
3,544
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Utah
UT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Utah?
15 years
3,545
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Vermont
VT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Vermont?
30 days
3,546
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Virginia
VA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Virginia?
1 year
3,547
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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US Virgin Islands
VI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in US Virgin Islands?
60 days
3,548
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Washington
WA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Washington?
90 days
3,549
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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West Virginia
WV
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in West Virginia?
30 days
3,550
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Wisconsin
WI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Wisconsin?
Up to 10 years
3,551
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Wyoming
WY
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Wyoming?
5 years
3,552
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Florida
FL
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Florida?
5 years
3,553
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Georgia
GA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Georgia?
12 months per count
3,554
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Hawaii
HI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Hawaii?
5 years
3,555
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Idaho
ID
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Idaho?
Not specified
3,556
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Illinois
IL
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Illinois?
180 days
3,557
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Indiana
IN
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Indiana?
6 - 36 months or 2 - 8 years
3,558
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Iowa
IA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Iowa?
10 years
3,559
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Kansas
KS
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Kansas?
60 days
3,560
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Kentucky
KY
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Kentucky?
1 - 5 years
3,561
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Louisiana
LA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Louisiana?
10 years
3,562
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Maine
ME
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Maine?
Not specified
3,563
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Maryland
MD
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Maryland?
90 days
3,564
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Massachusetts
MA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Massachusetts?
6 months to 5 years
3,565
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Michigan
MI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Michigan?
1 year
3,566
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Minnesota
MN
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Minnesota?
20 years
3,567
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Mississippi
MS
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Mississippi?
30 days for each fraudulent week
3,568
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Missouri
MO
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Missouri?
6 months for each violation
3,569
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Montana
MT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Montana?
Depends on recommendation of district attorney or employer
3,570
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
Nebraska
NE
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Nebraska?
90 days for each count
3,571
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
Nevada
NV
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Nevada?
10 years
3,572
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
New Hampshire
NH
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in New Hampshire?
15 years
3,573
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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New Jersey
NJ
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in New Jersey?
Decided by court
3,574
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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New Mexico
NM
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in New Mexico?
30 days
3,575
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
New York
NY
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in New York?
1 year
3,576
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
North Carolina
NC
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in North Carolina?
2 years
3,577
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
North Dakota
ND
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in North Dakota?
10 years
3,578
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
Alabama
AL
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Alabama?
1 to 20 years under Classes B & C felony charges
3,579
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
str
Alaska
AK
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Alaska?
5 years
3,580
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Arizona
AZ
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Arizona?
Depends on individual's record
3,581
6-3
6
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Arkansas
AR
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Arkansas?
60 days
3,582
6-3
6
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California
CA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in California?
1 year minimum
3,583
6-3
6
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Colorado
CO
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Colorado?
6 months
3,584
6-3
6
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Connecticut
CT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Connecticut?
1 year minimum
3,585
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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Delaware
DE
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in Delaware?
60 days
3,586
6-3
6
max_prison_time_claimant
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District of Columbia
DC
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for claimants convicted of fraud in District of Columbia?
60 days
3,587
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Ohio
OH
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Ohio?
6 months
3,588
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Oklahoma
OK
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Oklahoma?
90 days
3,589
6-3
7
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Oregon
OR
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Oregon?
90 days
3,590
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Pennsylvania
PA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Pennsylvania?
30 days per offense
3,591
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Puerto Rico
PR
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Puerto Rico?
1 year
3,592
6-3
7
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Rhode Island
RI
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Rhode Island?
1 year
3,593
6-3
7
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South Carolina
SC
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in South Carolina?
30 days
3,594
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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South Dakota
SD
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in South Dakota?
1 or 2 years
3,595
6-3
7
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Tennessee
TN
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Tennessee?
1 year minimum
3,596
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Texas
TX
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Texas?
None
3,597
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Utah
UT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Utah?
15 years
3,598
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Vermont
VT
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Vermont?
30 days
3,599
6-3
7
max_prison_time_employer
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Virginia
VA
FRAUD PROVISIONS RECOVERY PROVISIONS, FINES, AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES—For fraud, including willful misrepresentation and concealment of facts, states utilize the same methods to recover overpayments as they do for nonfraud overpayments. Most states allow criminal prosecution, which can lead to fines and prison sentences. Federal law requires a mandatory penalty assessment for fraudulent claims of not less than 15 percent of the amount of the erroneous payment against claimants committing fraud in connection with state and/or federal UC programs. States may impose civil penalties in excess of 15 percent, but collection of the first 15 percent must be immediately deposited into the state’s account in the unemployment trust fund. Although UI benefit fraud typically involves an individual’s attempt to obtain or increase benefits, it also includes employers who attempt to prevent or reduce benefits to eligible individuals, and employers who help an individual attempting to fraudulently claim benefits. The following table reflects state law provisions on how states treat benefit fraud. Refer to Chapter 5, Nonmonetary Eligibility, for additional information on disqualification periods for fraud and misrepresentation.
Given the description above, what is the maximum prison time for employers convicted of fraud in Virginia?
1 year