M E M O R A N D U M

IM-116  09/18/02 CLARIFICATION OF FLEEING FELON CLAIMS

SUBJECT:
CLARIFICATION OF FLEEING FELON CLAIMS
 
DISCUSSION:
Memorandum IM-#53 dated May 2, 2002, discussed fleeing felon policy changes.  As a clarification, use the following guidelines for the period of time to establish a claim:
  • If an individual knew about a warrant, establish a claim for the first month that could have been affected following the date of the warrant to the month the warrant is cleared. 
  • If an individual did not know about the warrant and learns of an outstanding warrant through the RFC, establish the claim for the month following the date of the expiration of the NOAA, if applicable. 
The Food Stamp Manual is being revised to include this information.  You will be notified when it is complete.
 
NECESSARY ACTION:
  • Discuss this memorandum with all appropriate staff.
  • Establish claim periods using the guidelines shown.
REM
Distribution #6
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