Vermont § 3016 - False claim
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 3016 — False claim, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 3016. False claim
- (a) A person shall not, in any matter within the jurisdiction of a supervisory union school
district or of any commission, board, department, or agency of the State or a county
or municipality, with intent to defraud, falsify, conceal, or cover up by any trick,
scheme, or device a material fact, or with intent to defraud make any false, fictitious,
or fraudulent claim or representation as to a material fact, or with intent to defraud
make or use any writing or document knowing the same to contain any false, fictitious,
or fraudulent claim or entry as to a material fact. (b) A person who violates this section shall, if the prohibited act results in no loss
to a governmental entity or benefit to the person or results in a loss to a governmental
entity or benefit to the person of less than $500.00 in value, be imprisoned not more
than two years or fined not more than $5,000.00, or both. A person who violates this
section shall, if the prohibited act results in a loss to any governmental entity
or a benefit to the person of $500.00 or more in value, whether by a single act or
by a common scheme or course of conduct involving one or more transactions, be imprisoned
not more than five years or fined not more than $10,000.00, or both. (c) A person who commits an act punishable under 33 V.S.A. § 141(a) or (b) may not be prosecuted under this section. (Added 1987, No. 48, § 6; amended 2023, No. 46, § 11, eff. June 5, 2023.)
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 3016
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 3016 cover?
Section 3016 ("False claim") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 3016?
A common citation format is "Vermont Statutes Online § 3016" (Vermont). 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 Vermont law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Vermont official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Vermont attorney.
How does Vermont § 3016 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Vermont can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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