Virginia § 58.1-2710 - Penalty for false statements
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 58.1-2710 — Penalty for false statements, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58.1-2710. Penalty for false statements
Any person who willfully and knowingly makes a false statement orally, or in writing, or in the form of a receipt for the sale of motor fuel, for the purpose of obtaining or attempting to obtain or to assist any other person, partnership or corporation to obtain or attempt to obtain a credit or refund or reduction of liability for taxes under this chapter shall be guilty of a Class 1 misdemeanor.
Code 1950, § 58-629.2; 1952, c. 281; 1984, c. 675.
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 58.1-2710
What does Code of Virginia § 58.1-2710 cover?
Section 58.1-2710 ("Penalty for false statements") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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 Virginia § 58.1-2710?
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