A sneak peek at what SAO has in store for International Fraud Awareness Week
Every year, the Special Investigations Team at the Office of the Washington State Auditor investigates frauds in all types of governments, from large state agencies to small towns and special purpose districts. In 2021, our Office examined 46 reported fraud cases, representing more than $647 million in misappropriated public resources. No matter the type or size of your government, fraud could happen to you and, if left undetected, it could have significant financial implications.