Fraud in receiving TANF benefits

LIST Code: BE-02-02-09-00

LIST Code

BE-02-02-09-00

Title

Fraud in receiving TANF benefits

Definition

This category covers situations in which a person receiving the Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program benefits is accused of fraud. It covers what is considered fraud, what procedures to investigate and prosecute it might be, how a person can defend themselves from charges of fraud, and what penalties might result. It can also involve reporting fraud. It may be called "welfare fraud".

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Last updated on Jul 01 2022

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