Fraud glossary · Reporting

Fraud report

A structured account of suspected fraudulent activity submitted to an organisation.

Published 24 September 2026 · Prepared by Fraud Response Network

Laptops, papers and notebooks arranged on a work table.

Meaning

A report typically records the events, dates, parties, payment information and supporting material available to the reporter.

Limits

Submitting a report does not guarantee an investigation, action or recovery. Use official reporting routes and keep a copy or reference.

This definition is general information. Specific legal and technical meanings can vary by context and jurisdiction.

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