Michigan § 500.2088 - False report by physician; claim for death, sickness or disability benefits, penalty.
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§ 500.2088. False report by physician; claim for death, sickness or disability benefits, penalty.
Any agent, collector, physician, insured or other person who shall make, present or cause to be presented to any insurer any false, dishonest or fraudulent certificate or report of death, sickness or disability of any kind or nature, or any false, dishonest or fraudulent claim for any death, sickness or disability benefit, or claim for payment to or against any such insurer, shall be deemed guilty of a misdemeanor, and on conviction thereof, shall be liable to a fine not exceeding $1,000.00, or to imprisonment in the county jail not exceeding 3 months, in the discretion of the court.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 500.2088
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 500.2088 cover?
Section 500.2088 ("False report by physician; claim for death, sickness or disability benefits, penalty.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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