verification The use of written, visual, or oral information from someone other than the applicant or recipient to prove the accuracy of statements made by an applicant or recipient.

The use of written, visual, or oral information from someone other than the applicant A person who has submitted an application for himself or herself, or on behalf of another person, and whose eligibility has not been determined. or recipient A person who has been determined eligible for and is receiving benefits. Recipients include persons in cash cases where no payment is made because the minimum grant requirement is not met or there is a zero cash payment. to prove the accuracy of statements made by an applicant or recipient.