The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) takes all allegations of misuse of public resources or data seriously and ensures those allegations are promptly reported to the agency’s obligated officers, the Office of the Legislative Auditor, and the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension.
What is fraud?
Fraud is an intentional or deliberate act to take money or property from another person through deception or other unfair means. Fraud includes knowingly using false information or committing a crime to obtain money, a benefit, non-public data, or services from the state to which the person is not legally entitled.
How to report suspected fraud
If you suspect fraud involving MPCA programs, employees, or partner organizations in any way, you can report it by doing any of the following:
- Complete the MPCA audit committee's online allegation form.
- Complete the Office of the Legislative Auditor's online allegation form or call the office at 651-201-2052.
- Complete the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension's allegation form or call the bureau at 651-793-3750 or 1-888-372-8366.
Find other ways to report suspected fraud on the Minnesota Management and Budget office's fraud reporting resources page.
What to expect after reporting suspected fraud or abuse
Every report of potential fraud to the MPCA is carefully reviewed and appropriate follow-up is determined. Depending on the nature of your report, you may be contacted for more information or follow-up.
Investigatory information is non-public pursuant to Minn. Stat. § 13.46, subd. 3, and the MPCA is unable to provide updates regarding any investigation or complaint.