§ 5-36-201. Definitions
As used in this subchapter: (1) “Misrepresentation” means any manifestation by a word or other conduct by a person to another person that, under the circumstances, amounts to an assertion not in accordance with fact; and (2) “Public benefit” means any federal or state funds, or any combination of federal or state funds, in cash […]
§ 5-36-202. Theft of public benefits
(a) A person commits theft of public benefits if the person: (1) Obtains or retains a public benefit from the Department of Human Services or any other state agency administering the distribution of a public benefit: (A) By means of any false statement, misrepresentation, or impersonation; or (B) Through failure to disclose a material fact […]
§ 5-36-205. Ineligibility for programs
In addition to a penalty set forth in this subchapter: (1) Except as set forth in subdivision (4) of this section, any recipient of a food stamp who pleads guilty or nolo contendere to or is found guilty of a violation set forth in this subchapter is ineligible for further participation in the food stamp […]
§ 5-36-206. Deputizing attorneys to prosecute offenses
The prosecuting attorney may deputize an attorney of the Office of Chief Counsel of the Department of Human Services or the appropriate state agency to prosecute an offense under this subchapter.