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Term: Fraud, Badge of
Definition: A "badge of fraud" is a sign that someone intended to cheat or harm another person in a transaction. Examples of badges of fraud include transferring property before a lawsuit, doing a deal that is not normal for a business, or lying. Courts often use badges of fraud to prove that someone committed fraud.
Definition: Fraud, badge of is a circumstance that is considered by courts as an indicator that a party to a transaction intended to hinder or defraud the other party. This can include:
These actions are considered a "badge of fraud" because they suggest that the party was trying to deceive or cheat the other party in some way.
Examples:
These examples illustrate how a badge of fraud can be used to identify when a party is acting in bad faith and trying to deceive or cheat another party. Courts will often use these indicators to determine if fraud has occurred and to hold the responsible party accountable.