Illinois Statutes Chapter 305. Public Aid § 5/8A-12. Early fraud prevention and detection program

(1) No intimidation of applicants or recipients may occur, either by referral or threat of referral for a fraud prevention investigation.

(2) An applicant may not be referred for a fraud prevention investigation until an application for aid is completed and signed by the applicant or any authorized representative.

(3) An applicant may be referred to the Inspector General for a fraud prevention investigation if there are reasonable grounds to question the accuracy of any information, statements, documents, or other representations by the applicant or any authorized representative. Referrals for fraud prevention investigations shall be made in accordance with guidelines to be jointly determined by the Inspector General and the Department.