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Tying Restitution to Sentencing
I read an article in the Calgary Herald this week about Nicole Mann (Mann), who lost her appeal for a 2022 conviction for theft of $450,000 that was supposed to be for a children’s charity. She was convicted of two charges of theft over $5,000 and money laundering. Because of her actions, she was sentenced…
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Who knew corruption was a form of fraud?
Yes, corruption is fraud. Corruption exists when an individual or group intentionally acts dishonestly, resulting in another suffering a loss. There are several different forms of corruption, each fascinating in its way. Corruption, like all fraud, is not a victimless crime. Although we often think of corruption in relation to politicians, it can be committed…
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What is Consumer Fraud?
The second fraud category is one we often hear about Consumer fraud. Individuals are more likely to be the targets of consumer fraud, although businesses are not immune. Consumer frauds often target older adults, youth, and individuals who do not natively speak the language. Predatory fraudsters commit consumer fraud. These criminals are driven by opportunity,…
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What kinds of fraud are there?
There are more fraud schemes than you can imagine, as fraudsters constantly think up new angles and find new targets. There are fourteen different categories of fraud. Some we know well, like cyberfraud and identity theft. Other lesser-known types of fraud are corruption, financial institution fraud, and healthcare fraud. In the following posts, I will…