Reporting suspected fraud: how to organise your evidence
Published by Avocat Expert · Republic of Moldova
A clear account helps others understand the facts. This checklist prepares you for a consultation; it is not an official form or a mandatory filing checklist.
Prepared on 29 October 2026
1. Write a verifiable timeline
Record how contact began, what you were told, what you did because of those statements and when you noticed a problem. Separate personal observations from assumptions and information received from others.
2. Connect each payment to records
For every amount, record the date, payment method, displayed recipient and supporting document. List recovered amounts separately. For cash payments, record the location, circumstances and possible witnesses without filling uncertain gaps from memory.
3. Preserve conversations in context
Save original messages and files, dates and account identifiers. Screenshots can help navigation but may not replace the original information. Do not edit evidence or publish allegations or other people’s personal details.
4. Prepare questions for a lawyer
Ask about reporting to the competent authority, additional evidence and steps concerning your loss. Breach of contract alone does not establish fraud; classification depends on facts and evidence. Do not delay reporting just to perfect your file, and keep proof of submission.
Official sources (in Romanian)
General information. Applicable rules and deadlines must be checked against the specific situation and the relevant version of the legislation.