2007-06-17 06:56:14 · 8 answers · asked by bigrab2458 1 in Social Science ➔ Other - Social Science
Not personally, but I've heard all about the protocols. You will be taken into an interview room, tapes are placed in a recorder and you will, with the tapes running, be cautioned that you don't have to say anything but that it may harm your defence if you do not mention when questioned something you later rely on in court. (Standard caution, in other words). The investigator will point out that the interview is being recorded, that you are not under arrest and that you can leave at any time, and that you can have a solicitor present if you wish. If you indicate that you don't want a solicitor the interview will commence.
You will be asked to confirm your identity. Then the questions will start. Depending what they think you've done, you will be asked if you understood that it was illegal to do that. The interviewer will also have all your paperwork, including any declarations you may have signed and you will be asked if that is your signature. Essentially you will be asked whatever questions are needed to satisfy their enquiry and also asked if you have any explanation for what you did.
Then when the interview is over the investigator's report and the tapes go off. One of the tapes is transcribed and the other is kept in case you wish to challenge whatever was said. Then further enquiries are made and in due course a decision maker decides what to do. The decision does not necessarily involve prosecution.
2007-06-17 07:11:15 · answer #1 · answered by champer 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes I have my boyfriends ex told them we were living together which was a lie it was about 10 years ago tho, they just ask you loads of questions about are you working and do you earn other money or have your circumstances changed and you have'nt informed them.
Someone must have grassed you up but be careful as they tend to watch you for a few days before inviting you in for the interview so think carefully before you answer.
2007-06-17 14:02:02 · answer #2 · answered by suzanne w 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
this are really important you must take someone with you !!
they really are like police and they try to trick you into saying all the wrong things , dont let them you go in with your guard up and dont give a inch , if your in the clear they cant do anything , but if not they will stop all your money till they prove you have been naughty .. but best of luck
2007-06-17 14:24:35 · answer #3 · answered by kararomai 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
NO i have not but i know a friend whio did. they sit you down and interveiw you and tape it. then they look into the situation and if you have been found guilty of fraud well the answer is simple court,prison or pay back the money and a big hefty fine....
2007-06-17 14:00:19 · answer #4 · answered by JAY JAY 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The interview will be taped so they can gather information before prosecuting for benefit fraud
2007-06-17 13:59:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Maybe my tax rebate will be successful this year, just tell them how much of a fraud you are.
2007-06-17 14:16:35 · answer #6 · answered by Raging Tranny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
me have not had this experience but wanted to say them social security people are very nice & helpful. When I went to them they sorted out all my problems very fast so my family & me got all our benefits & home decorated very quickly. God bless them. Dont be afraid if you need an interview with them.
2007-06-17 14:00:28 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 6⤋
no i have never been a benefit cheat so wouldnt know
2007-06-17 13:59:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋