The list of possible types of criminal fraud is almost endless. Among the more common types of criminal fraud are benefit fraud, counterfeiting, and embezzlement, as well as tax and insurance fraud. With the advent of the digital age, fraud committed through electronic means, such as the internet, wire, or telephone, have become more common.
Benefit fraud is committed when a person applies for a government benefit, such as food stamps or cash assistance, and is deceptive on the application or fails to report important information once he or she is approved for benefits. Commonly referred to as "welfare fraud," fraud associated with government benefits is a fairly large problem in the United States. Penalties vary by state, however, in each state, an applicant or recipient can face jail time if convicted of welfare fraud.
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