New Jersey Statutes 52:14-17.26a. Fraudulent obtaining, attempt to obtain benefits, fourth degree crime
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Attorney's Note
Under the New Jersey Statutes, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| crime of the fourth degree | up to 18 months | up to $10,000 |
Terms Used In New Jersey Statutes 52:14-17.26a
- Conviction: A judgement of guilt against a criminal defendant.
- person: includes corporations, companies, associations, societies, firms, partnerships and joint stock companies as well as individuals, unless restricted by the context to an individual as distinguished from a corporate entity or specifically restricted to one or some of the above enumerated synonyms and, when used to designate the owner of property which may be the subject of an offense, includes this State, the United States, any other State of the United States as defined infra and any foreign country or government lawfully owning or possessing property within this State. See New Jersey Statutes 1:1-2
- State: extends to and includes any State, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia and the Canal Zone. See New Jersey Statutes 1:1-2
16. Any person who knowingly obtains, or attempts or conspires to obtain, coverage or benefits under the State Health Benefits Program for himself or another, knowing that the person for whom membership or benefits are sought is ineligible therefor, shall be guilty of a crime of the fourth degree. Nothing in this section shall preclude prosecution or conviction for any other offense.
L.2008, c.89, s.16.