Iowa Code 501A.210 – Penalty for signing false document
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1. A person commits an offense if that person signs a document the person knows is false in any material respect with intent that the document be delivered to the secretary for filing.
Attorney's Note
Under the Iowa Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Serious misdemeanor | up to 1 year | between $430 and $2,560 |
Terms Used In Iowa Code 501A.210
- person: means individual, corporation, limited liability company, government or governmental subdivision or agency, business trust, estate, trust, partnership or association, or any other legal entity. See Iowa Code 4.1
- Secretary: means the secretary of state. See Iowa Code 501A.102
2. An offense under this section is a serious misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not to exceed one thousand dollars.