The Employment Development Department shall have the authority to investigate Nonindustrial Disability Insurance claims filed by employees in all state agencies. All fraudulent claims shall be subject to both criminal and civil prosecution by appropriate authorities. Nonindustrial Disability Insurance benefits may be immediately suspended upon the filing of a criminal complaint concerning such fraudulent activity. The Employment Development Department shall be responsible for appeals arising out of the Nonindustrial Disability Insurance Program.
Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 2, § 599.773
Note: Authority cited: Sections 18502, 19815.4(d) and 19885, Government Code. Reference: Sections 19880, 19881 and 19884, Government Code.