Maine Revised Statutes Title 20-A Sec. 10802 – Unlawful to issue, manufacture, or use false academic degrees; penalty
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1. False academic degree. A person may not issue or manufacture a false academic degree. A person who violates this subsection commits a Class C crime.
[PL 2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
Attorney's Note
Under the Maine Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| Class C crime | up to 5 years | up to $5,000 |
| Class D crime | up to 1 year | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In Maine Revised Statutes Title 20-A Sec. 10802
- False academic degree: means a document such as a degree or certification of completion of a degree, course work or academic credit, including a transcript, that provides evidence or demonstrates completion of a course of instruction or course work that results in the issuance of an associate or more advanced degree by an institution that is not a duly authorized institution of higher learning. See Maine Revised Statutes Title 20-A Sec. 10801
2. Use of false academic degree. A person may not use a false academic degree:
A. To obtain employment; [PL 2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
B. To obtain a promotion or higher compensation in employment; [PL 2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
C. To obtain admission to an institution of higher learning; or [PL 2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
D. In connection with any business, trade, profession or occupation. [PL 2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
A person who violates this subsection commits a Class D crime.
[PL 2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).]
SECTION HISTORY
PL 2005, c. 429, §1 (NEW).