I agree with the poster that said "How much is your job worth?"

I never adjust any receipts or documentation that I provide with my expense reports. I submit exactly what was expensed and I have records for everything. I even keep receipts for meals under $25 and I require taxi drivers to fill out their receipts for me... won't take a blank one.

I do not want anyone to ever have a reason to question my ethics and honesty. If my expenses are legitimate, then I have no shame in providing the correct receipts. Two years ago, I was doing one of those Hilton Gold promotions... and stayed in four hotels over four nights. I provided the actual receipts... and did not get a question.

I probably have some of the most complex expense reports when I travel due to trying to maximize miles without additional cost to the company. Weekend stays, extra segments. Not once have I been questioned because I include detailed backup.

I can tell you that my company would not look kindly on someone who "altered HTML code" or "adjusted" receipts or submissions that did not accurately reflect the actual expense, or even "hiding" expenses (even if valid) in other expenses. We actually have a policy written that indicates that is not acceptable and could result in dismissal. And that has happened.

So, long way to say... I would never do it.

William