South Carolina THEFT OR BRIBERY CONCERNING PROGRAMS RECEIVING FEDERAL FUNDS is a crime committed when individuals or organizations unlawfully take money or property that was provided by the federal government for programs receiving federal funds in South Carolina. This crime is also referred to as “fraud” or “embezzlement” and is punishable by a fine and/or imprisonment. The types of fraud or embezzlement that may be applicable in South Carolina include: 1. Defrauding the government: This type of fraud or embezzlement occurs when a person or organization makes false claims, provides false information, or unlawfully receives funds or other benefits from the government in connection with a program receiving federal funds. 2. Misuse of funds: This type of fraud or embezzlement occurs when a person or organization misuses funds that were provided by the government for a program receiving federal funds. This includes using the funds for an unauthorized purpose, using the funds for personal gain, or transferring the funds to another person or organization. 3. Bribery or kickbacks: This type of fraud or embezzlement occurs when a person or organization offers or receives money, gifts, or other items of value in exchange for favorable treatment in connection with a program receiving federal funds. 4. False statements: This type of fraud or embezzlement occurs when a person or organization makes false statements or provides false information as part of a program receiving federal funds. This includes providing false information on an application, or making false statements in order to receive funds or other benefits from the government. These are the types of South Carolina THEFT OR BRIBERY CONCERNING PROGRAMS RECEIVING FEDERAL FUNDS that are punishable under state law.