I have only been notified by telephone at this point. I am afraid I will go to jail. Can I pay the money back now? Or do I have to wait until Unemployment notifies me? The total I received is about $2100.00.
Of course, every case is different and a lot depends on the facts and circumstances of your situation. Generally speaking, assuming you've never had this sort of problem before, you will be given an opportunity to repay the money without criminal charges being filed. Also, if you need time to make the payments, the State will agree to payment terms based on what you can afford. Because the law does provide the potential for criminal charges and since the financial penalties can be pretty stiff, it's a good idea to be represented. Your lawyer should be able to negotiate a resolution if you did receive unemployment compensation improperly.
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