What Is the Penalty for Using a Fake Social Security Number?
A person who knowingly uses a fake Social Security number is guilty of Social Security fraud. Depending on the details of the situation, this crime can be considered a misdemeanor or felony.
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Possible Reasons for Using Fake SSN
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A person might use a fake Social Security number to receive benefits that do not belong to him. Another possible reason for Social Security fraud is to conceal the death of a person so he may continue to cash the person's checks.
What Will Happen
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The person accused of Social Security fraud will most likely be prosecuted and have to face a trial. The accused person should hire a criminal lawyer to represent him during the trial.
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Punishment
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A person found guilty of Social Security fraud could face a couple of possible punishments. He might be fined or sentenced to prison for up to five years.
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