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I sent an inmate $30.00 via CashApp as a thank you, not realizing this was illegal. I also sent them an image of the transaction through email. The image got denied for “Directing or conducting any business operations, except as necessary to close out a business.” I have no record, and I’m... View More 
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answered on Mar 24, 2025
I understand your concern about sending money to an inmate in Idaho. Each correctional facility has specific rules about how inmates can receive funds, and using unauthorized methods like CashApp might violate these regulations. The rejection of your email attachment suggests the facility has... View More
I received a letter stating that money is being taken out of my tax return due to alleged unemployment fraud. I contacted the agency, and they mentioned that I could appeal, but it would be difficult. No evidence of fraud was provided to me. The agency claimed the fraud took place around December... View More
Someone showed me a fake bank document, but are not using it.
answered on Mar 1, 2022
What kind of "bank document" did he/she show you? If it was a bankcard and was used to access the money in the bank under the person's name, then it is ILLEGAL and prosecutable. If it was someone else's bank statement, it is called FRAUD, if it was utilized to obtain a loan.... View More
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