What if I make a false statement on my claim? What if I make a mistake?:

If you knowingly make a false statement or misrepresentation, or have knowingly failed to disclose a material face, to obtain or increase benefits you may be subject a fine and/or imprisonment and be prevented from receiving future benefits for 52 weeks. In addition, you will be required to repay any benefits that you were not entitled to receive. Claims are periodically reviewed to make sure benefits have been properly paid. If you make a mistake when filing your weekly claim for benefits, call or report to the VEC as soon as possible.