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Fraud/Consumer Protection Division

The Fraud and Consumer Protection Division protects the public from Securities fraud, Medicaid provider fraud, Patient Abuse, Neglect and Mistreatment, public corruption, white collar crime, organized crime, and misleading or deceptive business practices. The Fraud Division is divided into four major, statewide units: the Consumer Protection Unit, the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit, the Securities Fraud Unit and the Special Investigations Unit. The Division is led by the Fraud Division Director.

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Many times people unknowingly place themselves in danger by giving information to the wrong people. Here you can learn how to minimize your chances of becoming a victim of fraud. See our
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Units of the Fraud Division
MEDICAID FRAUD CONTROL UNIT

The State of Delaware and the Federal Government have designated the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) to investigate and prosecute illegal acts relating to Medicaid funds. Created in 1980, the MFCU, which is housed within the Delaware Department of Justice, is designed to protect the Delaware residents who receive Medicaid and the taxpayers who support the program. The MFCU is also responsible for investigating and prosecuting patient abuse, neglect, mistreatment, or exploitation which occurs in Delaware's health core facilities. The MFCU has a professional staff of prosecutors, investigators and auditors who review allegations involving Read more about MFCU

SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS UNIT

Special Investigations Unit is responsible for investigating select criminal matters involving public corruption, certain white collar crimes, and government and organized crime. Special Investigators provide assistance and expertise to agency divisions, assist law enforcement agencies throughout the State, and conduct background checks on those citizens petitioning to carry concealed weapons.

SECURITIES UNIT

Securities Unit: Responsible for civil and criminal jurisdiction over the sale of securities and the activities of investment professionals within the State of Delaware. This Unit investigates and prosecutes security fraud and licensing violations. Further, the Unit collects fees related to securities filings and registration of investment professionals. The Unit is headed by the Securities Commissioner who is a Deputy Attorney General.  

 
 

 

Last Updated: Thursday, 12-Nov-2009 11:59:55 EST
 
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