Benefit Fraud
/ˈbɛnɪfɪt frɔːd/
Definitions
- (n.) The unlawful act of knowingly obtaining government benefits to which one is not entitled by providing false information or withholding relevant facts.
She was charged with benefit fraud after inflating her income on the application form.
Forms
- benefit fraud
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Commentary
Benefit fraud is distinct from lawful claiming of benefits and typically requires proof of intentional deception or dishonesty.
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