Fake SPK/BDDK Documents: Fraud by Imitating Public Bodies

In fraud attempts, fake official documents and the imitation of public bodies are often used to gain trust. Fake SPK/BDDK "licence/approval" documents are a typical example. The subject is covered below for information purposes.

⚖️ Legal Nature

Producing or using a fake official document and misleading people by appearing as an official body may, depending on each case, bring up qualified fraudTR and forgery of documents. Fraud committed by using a public body as a tool may form a separate aggravated case.

🔍 How Is It Verified?

Whether a firm is truly licensed should be assessed by looking at the official records of the relevant authority, not at the document presented. This is why the SPK licence lookupTR is important.

🛡️ From the Victim's Perspective

Victims may take part in the process through a criminal complaint and compensation claims; the fake documents and correspondence presented to them are usually kept as evidence.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions