This Deep Dive discusses several federal statutes that attorneys may violate by filing lawsuits with the knowledge or suspicion of fraudulent client identities. It highlights offenses such as fraud and related activities concerning identification documents, including the possession or transfer of false IDs with intent to defraud the U.S. government. Additionally, it covers making false statements or entries to federal agencies, healthcare fraud, and major fraud against the United States, particularly concerning large-value federal assistance or contracts. Finally, we discuss laws against possessing false papers to defraud the U.S. and penalties related to misrepresenting Social Security numbers for illicit gains.

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