Nevada Revised Statutes 319.900 – False statements; penalty
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Any person who knowingly makes or causes to be made, either directly or indirectly, or through any agency whatsoever, any false statement in writing concerning an applicant’s income, employment, financial position, the size of the applicant’s family, the intent of the applicant to occupy premises as his or her primary residence or the cost of the residence, with intent that the statement be relied upon for the purpose of obtaining financial assistance from the Division is guilty of a gross misdemeanor.
Attorney's Note
Under the Nevada Revised Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| gross misdemeanor | up to 364 days | up to $2,000 |
Terms Used In Nevada Revised Statutes 319.900
- person: means a natural person, any form of business or social organization and any other nongovernmental legal entity including, but not limited to, a corporation, partnership, association, trust or unincorporated organization. See Nevada Revised Statutes 0.039