South Carolina False, Fictitious or Fraudulent Claims are criminal acts which involve the making of false or deceitful statements or representations in an effort to obtain money or property from an entity or individual. These types of claims can include the filing of false insurance claims, fraudulent use of credit card accounts, the filing of false tax returns, and the submission of false documents to obtain benefits or services. These claims can also include the submission of false information on loan applications or other financial documents, the forging of documents, and identity theft. Types of South Carolina False, Fictitious or Fraudulent Claims include: • Insurance Fraud: Making false or exaggerated claims to an insurance company to receive payments that are not due. • Tax Fraud: Filing false tax returns with the intent to evade taxes. • Credit Card Fraud: Making unauthorized purchases with a stolen or counterfeit credit card. • Identity Theft: Stealing or using someone else’s personal information to obtain goods or services. • Bank Fraud: Making false or misleading statements to a bank in order to obtain money or credit. • Mortgage Fraud: Making false or misleading statements on a mortgage application. • Government Benefit Fraud: Making false or misleading statements to obtain government benefits.