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Fraud Early Detection (FRED)
Definition
Fraud occurs when the applicant knowingly and willfully makes a false statement and/or suppresses or withholds information in order to:
- Receive aid, or
- Prevent a denial of aid, or
- Prevent a reduction in aid.
FRED Referral
FRED is an online investigation referral process to the DA - Welfare Fraud Division via CalSAWS. Refer to Chewable Byte 23-71: How to Submit and Search for a Special Investigation Referral.
The Intake EW makes a referral when:
- A fraud alert appears in the case file,
- The EW suspects fraud affecting eligibility or the amount of benefits received,
- The EW is unable to resolve any inconsistency or conflict with an explanation from the applicant, or
- Any of the appropriate criteria for a FRED referral is met.
Related Topics
Application & Continuing Case Processing For Individuals Displaced By Disasters
Completion of Intake Interview