The US Social Security Administration actively seeks reports from the public about social security fraud. If you are indicted for a social security fraud offense, such as making fraudulent statements to get social security benefits you otherwise couldn’t obtain, you can face substantial fines and years in prison.
What You Need To Know About Social Security Fraud
In the US, it is illegal to use fraudulent means to obtain social security benefits.
Examples of social security fraud include:
- Making false statements to obtain benefits
- Not reporting the death of a beneficiary and illegally collecting their benefits
- Hiding facts that would affect eligibility
- Using someone else’s social security number to illegally get benefits
- Selling counterfeit social security cards
If you are convicted of social security fraud, you can draw years in prison and heavy fines. The severity of your penalties will depend largely on the amount of money involved in the fraud.
How A Lawyer Will Help
When you are up against a fraud charge, you will be facing inflexible laws and a determined US prosecutor. You will need an attorney who can help you determine all of your options and achieve the best outcome for your circumstances.
United States Code
Read more about federal criminal offenses in the United States Code.
