FAQ Category: Insurance Fraud

Yes, it is a criminal offense to commit insurance fraud. You should also know that a violation is a felony that can permanently impact your life. It is therefore important to hire the very best attorney you can find if you have been charged with insurance fraud.

Prosecutors only have so long to bring charges under New Jersey law. This time limit is known as the statute of limitations. The New Jersey statute of limitations for insurance fraud is six years. After six years have elapsed, no charges can be brought.

Various acts may be considered insurance fraud in New Jersey. Here are some examples: False statements or omissions made on insurance applications False statements or omissions made on insurance renewal papers False statements or omissions made when making a claim for insurance coverage Claiming to

Yes, an individual does not have to commit arson or stage car accidents to end up incarcerated. There is up to five years in prison for a third degree insurance fraud and five to ten years for second degree insurance fraud.

It is important that you understand that a representative from the Office of the Insurance Fraud Prosecutor, the Office of the Attorney General or a member of special investigations of your carrier is not your friend. They are investigating whether fraud has been conducted and will use any informati