13.5  Sanctions

Sanctions are penalties participants can face for committing fraud in the W-2Wisconsin Works and JALJob Access Loan programs.

Sanctions for the W-2 and JAL programs include Intentional Program Violations (IPVIntentional Program Violations) and referrals for criminal prosecution.

Note: Hourly payment reductions and case closures not related to fraud can also be referred to as sanctions. For more information, see Chapter 11.

Individuals have the right to dispute any penalties and can do so through the Fact Finding process. For more information on Fact Finding and other dispute processes, see Chapter 12.

History: Release 25-01.