It is a Crime to Commit Unemployment Insurance Fraud!
Section 76-8-1301 of the Utah State Law states that a claimant or employer who makes a false statement or representation knowing it to be false or fails to disclose a material fact is guilty of Unemployment Insurance Fraud. Individuals who commit Fraud are subject to fines, penalties, and/or criminal prosecution.
Claimant Fraud
Failure to accurately report hours and earnings
Failure to be able and available for work
Failure to actively seek work
Identity Theft
Employer Fraud
Mis-classification of workers
Incorrectly reporting wages
Providing false information to prevent an otherwise eligible claimant from obtaining benefits
Failure to pay Unemployment Insurance taxes, report necessary information, or prohibit inspection from the Department