Contra Costa County Grand Jury
• 2015-2016
• Agency Response
Response to:
Welfare Fraud Investigation in Contra Costa County
Office of the District Attorney Contra Costa County Mark A. Peterson District Attorney August 10, 2016 The 2015 – 2016*
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Findings and Recommendations 3 findings
F21
- The Senior Inspector in the DA's Welfare Fraud Investigation Unit is authorized to carry a handgun. Response – The Respondent agrees with the finding.
No recommendations for this finding
F22
- The County DA's Office has only one senior inspector and a Deputy District Attorney assigned for welfare fraud prosecution. Response – The Respondent agrees with the finding.
No recommendations for this finding
F23
- If the County hires more senior inspectors, they could conduct investigations into EBT card fraud, internal fraud, and in-home supportive services violations. Response – The Respondent agrees with the finding.
No recommendations for this finding
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