Nevada § 412.556 - Fraud against the government
Full text of Nevada Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.556 — Fraud against the government, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 412.556. Fraud against the government
Any person subject to this Code: 1. Who, knowing it to be false or fraudulent: (a) Makes any claim against the United States, the State or any officer thereof;
or (b) Presents to any person in the civil or military service thereof, for approval
or payment, any claim against the United States, the State or any officer thereof; 2. Who, for the purpose of obtaining the approval, allowance or payment of any claim
against the United States, the State or any officer thereof: (a) Makes or uses any writing or other paper knowing it to contain any false or fraudulent
statements; (b) Makes any oath to any fact or to any writing or other paper knowing the oath to
be false; or (c) Forges or counterfeits any signature upon any writing or other paper, or uses
any such signature knowing it to be forged or counterfeited; 3. Who, having charge, possession, custody or control of any money or other property
of the United States or the State, furnished or intended for the Armed Forces of the
United States or the Nevada National Guard or any force thereof, knowingly delivers
to any person having authority to receive it any amount thereof less than that for
which he or she receives a certificate or receipt; or 4. Who, being authorized to make or deliver any paper certifying the receipt of any
property of the United States or the State, furnished or intended for the Armed Forces
of the United States or the Nevada National Guard or any force thereof, makes or delivers
to any person such writing without having full knowledge of the truth of the statements
therein contained and with intent to defraud the United States or the State, shall upon conviction, be punished as a court-martial may direct.
Source: official Nevada text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nevada § 412.556
What does Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.556 cover?
Section 412.556 ("Fraud against the government") is part of the Nevada Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Nevada. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Nevada § 412.556?
A common citation format is "Nevada Revised Statutes § 412.556" (Nevada). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Nevada law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Nevada official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Nevada attorney.
How does Nevada § 412.556 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Nevada can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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