lottery fraud

Lottery fraud involves illegal schemes aimed at cheating or manipulating the lottery system to guarantee or increase winnings. This can include conspiracy among operators, insider collusion, rigging games, or cheating players through scams. Fraudsters might also use fake tickets, hacking, or identity theft to claim prizes unfairly. Such deception undermines the integrity of the lottery, causes financial losses, and erodes public trust. Regulators and operators work to detect and prevent fraud through security measures, audits, and strict protocols to ensure fair gameplay and protect both players and the system.