There is a wide range of benefits available in the UK, and they can prove invaluable and essential for those that genuinely need and are entitled to them. However, there are many people that claim benefits even when they are not entitled to them, and this is considered an offence. While there are many possible forms of this type of fraud, a common one is to claim Jobseeker’s Allowance while still working and earning a full time wage.
Investigations
Any claimant may be subjected to a full investigation, with the threat of the loss of benefits and even fines and a prison sentence at the culmination of the investigation. These can be troubling times, especially for those that do genuinely need the money that they receive. It is important to comply with any investigation, but if you feel that you are being unfairly treated, or you come across any problems during the investigation then you should seek specialist legal advice from a direct access fraud barrister.
Criminal Proceedings
If the Department of Works and Pension determine that you have been involved with a benefit fraud, then they may take legal action against you by starting criminal proceedings. The penalties for benefit fraud can be severe, and the quicker you instruct a direct access fraud barrister the better. The law in this area and the evidence involved is extremely complex and needs to be dealt with by specialist and experience fraud lawyers who can work through the case with you.
Getting Started
If you are being investigated for benefit fraud or have been charged with the offence it is vital to seek experienced fraud advice as early as possible. As already noted the law and evidence in this area can be very complex and it can take some time for your direct access fraud barrister to accumulate all the evidence and make due enquiries with the prosecuting authorities to ensure that all the evidence is available to advise and represent you properly.
What To Do Now
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