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In cases where intent is unclear (e.g., a household member listed on an application is incarcerated but the applicant was unaware of program rules), the LAA must assess whether the action appears to be intentional misrepresentation or an honest error. The State OHEP Office will review the facts presented and advise the LAA whether to proceed with IPV pursuit. IPV Penalties Penalties for IPV may be imposed only under the following conditions: 1. The individual is found to have committed an IPV through an Administrative Disqualification Hearing.

2. The individual is convicted in court for an offense related to the OHEP application.

3. The individual voluntarily signs an Administrative Disqualification Hearing Waiver (Attachment M).

4. The individual signs a Disqualification Consent Agreement (Attachment N).

Disqualification Periods: ● 1 program year for a first offense.

● 2 program years for a second offense.

● Permanent disqualification for a third offense.

A program year runs from July 1 to June 30. Examples: ● If benefits were received in the current program year, the penalty starts July 1 of the next program year.

● If no benefits were received in the current program year, the penalty applies immediately and ends June 30 of the same year.

Updated May 2025