An individual is liable to the department for the value of assistance or benefits improperly paid to the individual under AS 47.45.302 or former AS 47.45.310 or 47.45.320 if the improper payment was based on inaccurate or incomplete information provided by the individual. In a civil action brought by the state to recover from the individual the value of assistance or benefits improperly paid under AS 47.45.302 or former AS 47.45.310 or 47.45.320, the state may recover from the individual the costs of investigation and prosecution of the civil action, including attorney fees as determined under court rules.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Title 47. Welfare, Social Services, and Institutions
Chapter 45. Older Alaskans and Long-term Care Facility Residents
Article 2. Senior Benefits Payment Program.
Sec. 47.45.301. Alaska senior benefits payment program.
Sec. 47.45.302. Cash assistance benefit.
Sec. 47.45.304. Continuation of benefits.
Sec. 47.45.306. Appeal rights.
Sec. 47.45.308. Ability to recover or recoup improper assistance or benefits.