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Woman jailed for taking fraudulent citizen tests

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Josephine Maurice, a former bus driver from Enfield, was sentenced to four years and six months in prison for fraudulently taking the Life in the UK Test for 13 applicants. District Judge Anthony Callaway labeled her actions a "wholesale assault" on the immigration system, stressing the deliberate nature of her fraud. The Life in the UK Test, a prerequisite for British citizenship, costs £50 and evaluates knowledge of British history and values. During the investigation, authorities discovered wigs and altered identity documents at her home, revealing the organized nature of the scam. The prosecutor noted the difficulty in quantifying the financial benefits of the operation, which had implications for national security.

Maurice's defense argued that she was not the mastermind but had made a poor decision to assist others. The court's ruling underscores the seriousness of immigration fraud and its potential impact on national security. Her case highlights ongoing challenges within the immigration system regarding compliance and integrity.

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