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Reason Code 23: Fraud or Misrepresentation

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	==== Additional Guidance ====		==== Additional Guidance ====

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	* Fraudulent actions include, but are not limited to:		* Fraudulent actions include, but are not limited to:
	* Knowingly providing false information on an application.		** Knowingly providing false information on an application.
	* Misrepresenting property characteristics to obtain a lower premium.		** Misrepresenting property characteristics to obtain a lower premium.
	* Submitting falsified claims or documentation.		** Submitting falsified claims or documentation.
	* If fraud or misrepresentation is suspected, insurers must report the case to FEMA for verification before proceeding with cancellation.		* If fraud or misrepresentation is suspected, insurers must report the case to FEMA for verification before proceeding with cancellation.
	* Once FEMA confirms fraud or misrepresentation, the policy is canceled without any refund.		* Once FEMA confirms fraud or misrepresentation, the policy is canceled without any refund.

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=== Reason Code 23: Fraud or Misrepresentation ===

This reason code applies when a policy must be canceled due to fraud or material misrepresentation by the policyholder or agent. Fraudulent activity or deliberate misrepresentation of key policy details invalidates coverage.

{| class="wikitable"
!'''Condition'''
!'''Details'''
|-
|'''Eligibility for Cancellation'''
|A policy must be canceled if fraud or material misrepresentation is identified, affecting the policy’s validity.
|-
|'''Effective Date of Cancellation'''
|The date of the fraudulent act or material misrepresentation.
|-
|'''Policy Terms Eligible for Refund'''
|N/A (No refund is allowed under this reason code).
|-
|'''Type of Refund'''
|No refund of premiums, surcharges, or fees.
|-
|'''Required Documentation'''
|Notification from FEMA confirming fraud or material misrepresentation.
|}
''This table can be seen on page 6-11 of the {{FIM|173}}.''

==== Additional Guidance ====
* Fraudulent actions include, but are not limited to:
* Knowingly providing false information on an application.
* Misrepresenting property characteristics to obtain a lower premium.
* Submitting falsified claims or documentation.
* If fraud or misrepresentation is suspected, insurers must report the case to FEMA for verification before proceeding with cancellation.
* Once FEMA confirms fraud or misrepresentation, the policy is canceled without any refund.
* If a claim has been paid on a fraudulent policy, FEMA may pursue legal action or recovery efforts.

== Required Documents ==
To process this cancellation reason, underwriters must verify the documentation provided.

* FEMA notification confirming fraud or material misrepresentation.
* Supporting documentation, such as claim records or underwriting findings.

=== Document Gallery ===
* '''FEMA Fraud Notification:''' Official confirmation of fraudulent activity.
* '''Underwriting Findings:''' Documentation showing discrepancies in policy details.

== Scenarios for Context ==

'''Scenario 1:''' <br>
A policyholder provides false information regarding the flood zone of their property to obtain a lower premium. FEMA investigates and confirms the misrepresentation, leading to cancellation with no refund.

'''Scenario 2:''' <br>
An agent submits falsified elevation certificates to secure lower rates for multiple clients. FEMA identifies the issue, and all affected policies are canceled retroactively, with no refunds issued.

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