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A person is guilty of Creating a False Report under this subsection if he or she: | A [[(6)1_Definitions#(6)1.1_Person|person]] is guilty of <b>Creating a False Report</b> under this subsection if he or she [[(6)1_Definitions#(6)1.2_Willfully|willfully]]: | ||
(a) | (a) with knowledge that the information is false, makes a file, or submits a written, electronic, or oral report containing material information that is intended to mislead, deceive, or cause another to take or refrain from lawful action. | ||
(b) | (b) For purposes of this subsection, a “report” includes statements made to: | ||
(c) | *Law enforcement officers or agencies; | ||
*Governmental or judicial authorities; | |||
*Any entity acting under color of law or performing official duties. | |||
(c) Conduct under this subsection does not require proof of intent to commit a felony or to secure a criminal conviction; it is sufficient that the false report is material and intended to influence official action. | |||
Creating a False Report is a <b>Gross Misdemeanor</b>. | Creating a False Report is a <b>Gross Misdemeanor</b>. | ||
Latest revision as of 04:25, 17 December 2025
A person is guilty of Creating a False Report under this subsection if he or she willfully:
(a) with knowledge that the information is false, makes a file, or submits a written, electronic, or oral report containing material information that is intended to mislead, deceive, or cause another to take or refrain from lawful action.
(b) For purposes of this subsection, a “report” includes statements made to:
- Law enforcement officers or agencies;
- Governmental or judicial authorities;
- Any entity acting under color of law or performing official duties.
(c) Conduct under this subsection does not require proof of intent to commit a felony or to secure a criminal conviction; it is sufficient that the false report is material and intended to influence official action.
Creating a False Report is a Gross Misdemeanor.