Michigan HB6314 modifies conspiracy and fraud provisions in employment security.

Michigan HB6314 modifies the conspiracy and fraud provisions in employment security. It allows the insurance agency to recover money obtained or withheld from payment due to illegal acts and damages equal to three times that amount. The agency can refer the matter to the county prosecuting attorney for prosecution. Penalties include fines, imprisonment, community service, or a combination. The penalties apply regardless of when the conduct began, as long as it continued after April 1, 1992. The penalties are in addition to any other penalties for late filing.

Michigan HB6314 modifies conspiracy and fraud provisions in employment security.

Michigan HB6314 modifies the conspiracy and fraud provisions in employment security. It allows the insurance agency to recover money obtained or withheld from payment due to illegal acts and damages equal to three times that amount. The agency can refer the matter to the county prosecuting attorney for prosecution. Penalties include fines, imprisonment, community service, or a combination. The penalties apply regardless of when the conduct began, as long as it continued after April 1, 1992. The penalties are in addition to any other penalties for late filing.