Tennessee Code 63-12-131 – Fraudulent filing of license or diploma
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Attorney's Note
Under the Tennessee Code, punishments for crimes depend on the classification. In the case of this section:| Class | Prison | Fine |
|---|---|---|
| class E felony | 1 to 6 years | up to $3,000 |
Terms Used In Tennessee Code 63-12-131
- Affidavit: A written statement of facts confirmed by the oath of the party making it, before a notary or officer having authority to administer oaths.
- License: means any permit, approval, registration or certificate issued by the board. See Tennessee Code 63-12-103
- Person: includes a corporation, firm, company or association. See Tennessee Code 1-3-105
Any person filing or attempting to file as the person’s own the diploma or license of another, a forged or fictitious license or diploma or certificate or forged affidavit or identification commits a Class E felony.