
DID YOU KNOW?
The Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Prevention Unit investigates cases where state funds are being misused, or false information is provided for financial gain.
Here’s a real case involving the State Water Board’s funding programs:
What Happened?
A consulting company submitted false invoices claiming staff hours that were never worked. No timecards were kept, and employees did not track their time.
What Were the Red Flags?
Invoices showed employees logging 24, 32, and even 40 hours in a single 8-hour workday…





