13.3.3  Disposition of Fraud Investigation

When the investigation finds that an individual intended to misrepresent his or her eligibility criteria or committed any act that constitutes an intentional program violation, the W-2Wisconsin Works agency must:

1.             Establish an IPVIntentional Program Violation or take no action to establish an IPV because the fraud allegation was not substantiated (see 13.4);

2.             Determine whether the case meets the agency’s criteria for referral to the District Attorney for prosecution for fraud (see 13.5); and

3.             Establish overpayments claims to attempt to recover any payments incorrectly paid to the individual as the result of the fraud (see 13.6).

History: Release 20-01.