Fraud Awareness and Prevention

Fraud Awareness and Prevention MSPA has a zero tolerance policy for fraud, and shall make a prompt investigation into the substance of all allegedly fraudulent activity. Each Commissioner, officer and employee shall strive to maintain a work environment free of fraudulence, and shall immediately report known or suspected fraudulent activity to the designated authorities pursuant to the MSPA Whistleblower Policy. Under this provision, “fraud” is defined broadly to include any act of deception that is, or could reasonably be expected to, result in personal gain. Fraud includes any situation in which MSPA resources are diverted to a Commissioner, officer or employee, or any respective relative, friend, or associate, without prior authorization, which may also include misappropriation. Fraud may exist whether or not there is actual harm to the MSPA. Commissioners, officers or employees could be subject to progressive discipline up to and including immediate termination or dismissal for actions of fraud. In addition to the provisions contained herein, MSPA reserves the right to pursue any other available legal or equitable remedies for actions of fraud. For more information, please review the provisions contained within the MSPA Whistleblower Policy.